Sp5 Larry Steven Mustin, Vietnam Veteran, Native of Belews Creek, NC.
Specialist Five Larry Steven Mustin, casualty of the Vietnam War. As a member of the Army Selective Service and a Draftee, SP5 Mustin served our country until May 10th, 1972 in Binh Hoa, South Vietnam. He was 25 years old and was not married. It was reported that Larry died when his helicopter crashed. His body was recovered. Larry was born on January 26th, 1947 in Belews Creek, North Carolina. SP5 Mustin is on panel 01W, line 020 of the Vietnam Memorial Wall in Washington D.C.
It was my honor to have served as Larry's commander. On the morning of 10 May 1972, Captain Barry Tomlin and I did our pre-flight inspection of Larry's Chinook helicopter. Everything was in order as always with Larry's ship in the 362nd Aviation Company located at Long Thanh North, near Ben Hoa, Republic of South Vietnam. The morning's first fingers of daylight lighted the sky behind us as we headed toward An Loc. North Vietnam's famous General Giap was attempting to take the city to form a communist capitol in the south. Known as the Easter Offensive of 1972, Giap's efforts were wasted for over a month as he made attack after attack without success. Our job was to help the defenders of that shattered city fend off their attackers.
Larry's voice over the intercom did much to bring calm to an already "jittery" crew. He showed his professionalism as he kept everyone informed of the safe operation of his complex craft. All of those aboard had come to know Larry for what he was, a diligent flight engineer with the best maintained ship in the unit. Our flawless flight that morning ended with a request for me to return to our unit's headquarters. With many missions yet to be flown, I asked that a replacement pilot be ready to take my place. I left the ship as First Lieutenant Sammy Harrell climbed aboard. As the ship taxied away, I saw Larry standing beneath the aft transmission making his pre-flight checks. Then they were gone, forever. Approximately one and one-half hours later, someone rushed into my office saying that Chinook 157, Larry's ship, was down just outside our perimeter. Once outside, I saw the dreaded black cloud. Rushing to our unit's Command and Control UH-1, we were soon on our way to the site. At the scene, one quick look showed all to be lost. Specialist Larry Mustin made the supreme sacrifice that day. An elite few place themselves in harm's way to defend our nation in this planet's greatest experiment in human freedom. Fewer still are those who do so for the people of another nation. Larry is a member of this "elite of the elite" and I salute him. Specialist Mustin had his CH-47 in top shape for the day's missions. I was Aircraft Commander aboard Larry's Chinook. We flew missions throughout the morning when I received instructions to return to my unit, the 362nd Aviation Company, at Long Than North. The craft departed with a replacement pilot in my seat. Larry was still with his ship. A short time late the aircraft came apart in flight near my headquarters. I was first on the scene. I normally would have been aboard the crashed CH-47. Larry, I say this, "I hope I have lived my life with dignity and honor worthy of your approval. I hope to join you and your brave comrades to see your smiling faces again. LTC Carle E. Dunn, USA Ret, 6028 Brookgreen Court, Spartanburg, SC 29301-3547, [email protected], http://www.msnhomepages.talkcity.com/
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HAPPY TIMES AT SCHOOL, HOME, AND OUR SMALL COMMUNITY. WE LOST A TRUE FRIEND AND BUDDY. LINDA FULTON SOUTHERN, FULTON1229@AOL.
Larry was my number 1 son and my hero. He was a flight engineer on a CH-473 Helicopter of the 363nd Aviation Company, 229th Aviation Battalion, Delta Company, 1st Air Cavalry. He was enroute to Vungtau, Republic of Vietnam when the helicopter crashed and burned. He was well liked by his personnel and fellow servicemen. My only consolation is that Larry died serving his country, and doing what he thought was right. Larry as on his 3rd tour of duty in Vietnam. We love you and you will always be remembered. Mom..Lois Mustin
Larry was my friend, my teacher, and my brother in arms. We served together under Maj Dunn and the other brothers of "Fly United" 362nd Aviation Company out of the 1st Cavalry Division, 3rd Brigade (Separate) Attached to the 229th Assault Helicopter Battalion out of Bein Hoa, RSVN. Larry loved what he did and always gave of himself to others, in all ways possible. His previous tours and experience were the cement upon which he built his outlook and gratitude of life. I was proud to have been his friend. He remains with me always. His place is special, as is the place of the other four crewmen who all lost their lives trying to improve the lives of many who did not even realize that this sacrifice occurred in their behalf. 30 years, and if I close my eyes,I can still see Larry smile, and hear his laugh, both his trademark; the trademark of a man comfortable with himself and willing to give to others. Michael Sullivan Sp5(Ret).
THE THING I REMEMBER MOST ABOUT MY COUSIN LARRY WAS HIS "CAT THAT ATE THE CANARY SMILE". TO THIS DAY, WHEN I THINK ABOUT HIM, I ALWAYS SEE HIM SMILING. HE HAS BEEN GONE A LONG TIME FROM THIS EARTH, BUT HE STILL LIVES IN MY HEART. I LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING THAT SMILE AGAIN ONE OF THESE DAYS. KAREN HILL GRIFFIN.
He served with the 362nd Aviation Company, "Fly United", 1st Cavalry Division(AMBL), USARV.
He was awarded The Bronze Star Medal, The Purple Heart Medal for his combat related wounds, The Vietnam Service Medal, The Republic of Vietnam Campaign Service Medal, The National Defense Service Medal, The Good Conduct Medal and The Air Medal with 5 Oak Leaf Clusters.
Specialist Five Larry Steven Mustin, casualty of the Vietnam War. As a member of the Army Selective Service and a Draftee, SP5 Mustin served our country until May 10th, 1972 in Binh Hoa, South Vietnam. He was 25 years old and was not married. It was reported that Larry died when his helicopter crashed. His body was recovered. Larry was born on January 26th, 1947 in Belews Creek, North Carolina. SP5 Mustin is on panel 01W, line 020 of the Vietnam Memorial Wall in Washington D.C.
It was my honor to have served as Larry's commander. On the morning of 10 May 1972, Captain Barry Tomlin and I did our pre-flight inspection of Larry's Chinook helicopter. Everything was in order as always with Larry's ship in the 362nd Aviation Company located at Long Thanh North, near Ben Hoa, Republic of South Vietnam. The morning's first fingers of daylight lighted the sky behind us as we headed toward An Loc. North Vietnam's famous General Giap was attempting to take the city to form a communist capitol in the south. Known as the Easter Offensive of 1972, Giap's efforts were wasted for over a month as he made attack after attack without success. Our job was to help the defenders of that shattered city fend off their attackers.
Larry's voice over the intercom did much to bring calm to an already "jittery" crew. He showed his professionalism as he kept everyone informed of the safe operation of his complex craft. All of those aboard had come to know Larry for what he was, a diligent flight engineer with the best maintained ship in the unit. Our flawless flight that morning ended with a request for me to return to our unit's headquarters. With many missions yet to be flown, I asked that a replacement pilot be ready to take my place. I left the ship as First Lieutenant Sammy Harrell climbed aboard. As the ship taxied away, I saw Larry standing beneath the aft transmission making his pre-flight checks. Then they were gone, forever. Approximately one and one-half hours later, someone rushed into my office saying that Chinook 157, Larry's ship, was down just outside our perimeter. Once outside, I saw the dreaded black cloud. Rushing to our unit's Command and Control UH-1, we were soon on our way to the site. At the scene, one quick look showed all to be lost. Specialist Larry Mustin made the supreme sacrifice that day. An elite few place themselves in harm's way to defend our nation in this planet's greatest experiment in human freedom. Fewer still are those who do so for the people of another nation. Larry is a member of this "elite of the elite" and I salute him. Specialist Mustin had his CH-47 in top shape for the day's missions. I was Aircraft Commander aboard Larry's Chinook. We flew missions throughout the morning when I received instructions to return to my unit, the 362nd Aviation Company, at Long Than North. The craft departed with a replacement pilot in my seat. Larry was still with his ship. A short time late the aircraft came apart in flight near my headquarters. I was first on the scene. I normally would have been aboard the crashed CH-47. Larry, I say this, "I hope I have lived my life with dignity and honor worthy of your approval. I hope to join you and your brave comrades to see your smiling faces again. LTC Carle E. Dunn, USA Ret, 6028 Brookgreen Court, Spartanburg, SC 29301-3547, [email protected], http://www.msnhomepages.talkcity.com/
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HAPPY TIMES AT SCHOOL, HOME, AND OUR SMALL COMMUNITY. WE LOST A TRUE FRIEND AND BUDDY. LINDA FULTON SOUTHERN, FULTON1229@AOL.
Larry was my number 1 son and my hero. He was a flight engineer on a CH-473 Helicopter of the 363nd Aviation Company, 229th Aviation Battalion, Delta Company, 1st Air Cavalry. He was enroute to Vungtau, Republic of Vietnam when the helicopter crashed and burned. He was well liked by his personnel and fellow servicemen. My only consolation is that Larry died serving his country, and doing what he thought was right. Larry as on his 3rd tour of duty in Vietnam. We love you and you will always be remembered. Mom..Lois Mustin
Larry was my friend, my teacher, and my brother in arms. We served together under Maj Dunn and the other brothers of "Fly United" 362nd Aviation Company out of the 1st Cavalry Division, 3rd Brigade (Separate) Attached to the 229th Assault Helicopter Battalion out of Bein Hoa, RSVN. Larry loved what he did and always gave of himself to others, in all ways possible. His previous tours and experience were the cement upon which he built his outlook and gratitude of life. I was proud to have been his friend. He remains with me always. His place is special, as is the place of the other four crewmen who all lost their lives trying to improve the lives of many who did not even realize that this sacrifice occurred in their behalf. 30 years, and if I close my eyes,I can still see Larry smile, and hear his laugh, both his trademark; the trademark of a man comfortable with himself and willing to give to others. Michael Sullivan Sp5(Ret).
THE THING I REMEMBER MOST ABOUT MY COUSIN LARRY WAS HIS "CAT THAT ATE THE CANARY SMILE". TO THIS DAY, WHEN I THINK ABOUT HIM, I ALWAYS SEE HIM SMILING. HE HAS BEEN GONE A LONG TIME FROM THIS EARTH, BUT HE STILL LIVES IN MY HEART. I LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING THAT SMILE AGAIN ONE OF THESE DAYS. KAREN HILL GRIFFIN.
He served with the 362nd Aviation Company, "Fly United", 1st Cavalry Division(AMBL), USARV.
He was awarded The Bronze Star Medal, The Purple Heart Medal for his combat related wounds, The Vietnam Service Medal, The Republic of Vietnam Campaign Service Medal, The National Defense Service Medal, The Good Conduct Medal and The Air Medal with 5 Oak Leaf Clusters.
Sp5 Larry Steven Mustin, Vietnam Veteran, Native of Belews Creek, NC.
Specialist Five Larry Steven Mustin, casualty of the Vietnam War. As a member of the Army Selective Service and a Draftee, SP5 Mustin served our country until May 10th, 1972 in Binh Hoa, South Vietnam. He was 25 years old and was not married. It was reported that Larry died when his helicopter crashed. His body was recovered. Larry was born on January 26th, 1947 in Belews Creek, North Carolina. SP5 Mustin is on panel 01W, line 020 of the Vietnam Memorial Wall in Washington D.C.
It was my honor to have served as Larry's commander. On the morning of 10 May 1972, Captain Barry Tomlin and I did our pre-flight inspection of Larry's Chinook helicopter. Everything was in order as always with Larry's ship in the 362nd Aviation Company located at Long Thanh North, near Ben Hoa, Republic of South Vietnam. The morning's first fingers of daylight lighted the sky behind us as we headed toward An Loc. North Vietnam's famous General Giap was attempting to take the city to form a communist capitol in the south. Known as the Easter Offensive of 1972, Giap's efforts were wasted for over a month as he made attack after attack without success. Our job was to help the defenders of that shattered city fend off their attackers.
Larry's voice over the intercom did much to bring calm to an already "jittery" crew. He showed his professionalism as he kept everyone informed of the safe operation of his complex craft. All of those aboard had come to know Larry for what he was, a diligent flight engineer with the best maintained ship in the unit. Our flawless flight that morning ended with a request for me to return to our unit's headquarters. With many missions yet to be flown, I asked that a replacement pilot be ready to take my place. I left the ship as First Lieutenant Sammy Harrell climbed aboard. As the ship taxied away, I saw Larry standing beneath the aft transmission making his pre-flight checks. Then they were gone, forever. Approximately one and one-half hours later, someone rushed into my office saying that Chinook 157, Larry's ship, was down just outside our perimeter. Once outside, I saw the dreaded black cloud. Rushing to our unit's Command and Control UH-1, we were soon on our way to the site. At the scene, one quick look showed all to be lost. Specialist Larry Mustin made the supreme sacrifice that day. An elite few place themselves in harm's way to defend our nation in this planet's greatest experiment in human freedom. Fewer still are those who do so for the people of another nation. Larry is a member of this "elite of the elite" and I salute him. Specialist Mustin had his CH-47 in top shape for the day's missions. I was Aircraft Commander aboard Larry's Chinook. We flew missions throughout the morning when I received instructions to return to my unit, the 362nd Aviation Company, at Long Than North. The craft departed with a replacement pilot in my seat. Larry was still with his ship. A short time late the aircraft came apart in flight near my headquarters. I was first on the scene. I normally would have been aboard the crashed CH-47. Larry, I say this, "I hope I have lived my life with dignity and honor worthy of your approval. I hope to join you and your brave comrades to see your smiling faces again. LTC Carle E. Dunn, USA Ret, 6028 Brookgreen Court, Spartanburg, SC 29301-3547, [email protected], http://www.msnhomepages.talkcity.com/
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HAPPY TIMES AT SCHOOL, HOME, AND OUR SMALL COMMUNITY. WE LOST A TRUE FRIEND AND BUDDY. LINDA FULTON SOUTHERN, FULTON1229@AOL.
Larry was my number 1 son and my hero. He was a flight engineer on a CH-473 Helicopter of the 363nd Aviation Company, 229th Aviation Battalion, Delta Company, 1st Air Cavalry. He was enroute to Vungtau, Republic of Vietnam when the helicopter crashed and burned. He was well liked by his personnel and fellow servicemen. My only consolation is that Larry died serving his country, and doing what he thought was right. Larry as on his 3rd tour of duty in Vietnam. We love you and you will always be remembered. Mom..Lois Mustin
Larry was my friend, my teacher, and my brother in arms. We served together under Maj Dunn and the other brothers of "Fly United" 362nd Aviation Company out of the 1st Cavalry Division, 3rd Brigade (Separate) Attached to the 229th Assault Helicopter Battalion out of Bein Hoa, RSVN. Larry loved what he did and always gave of himself to others, in all ways possible. His previous tours and experience were the cement upon which he built his outlook and gratitude of life. I was proud to have been his friend. He remains with me always. His place is special, as is the place of the other four crewmen who all lost their lives trying to improve the lives of many who did not even realize that this sacrifice occurred in their behalf. 30 years, and if I close my eyes,I can still see Larry smile, and hear his laugh, both his trademark; the trademark of a man comfortable with himself and willing to give to others. Michael Sullivan Sp5(Ret).
THE THING I REMEMBER MOST ABOUT MY COUSIN LARRY WAS HIS "CAT THAT ATE THE CANARY SMILE". TO THIS DAY, WHEN I THINK ABOUT HIM, I ALWAYS SEE HIM SMILING. HE HAS BEEN GONE A LONG TIME FROM THIS EARTH, BUT HE STILL LIVES IN MY HEART. I LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING THAT SMILE AGAIN ONE OF THESE DAYS. KAREN HILL GRIFFIN.
He served with the 362nd Aviation Company, "Fly United", 1st Cavalry Division(AMBL), USARV.
He was awarded The Bronze Star Medal, The Purple Heart Medal for his combat related wounds, The Vietnam Service Medal, The Republic of Vietnam Campaign Service Medal, The National Defense Service Medal, The Good Conduct Medal and The Air Medal with 5 Oak Leaf Clusters.
Specialist Five Larry Steven Mustin, casualty of the Vietnam War. As a member of the Army Selective Service and a Draftee, SP5 Mustin served our country until May 10th, 1972 in Binh Hoa, South Vietnam. He was 25 years old and was not married. It was reported that Larry died when his helicopter crashed. His body was recovered. Larry was born on January 26th, 1947 in Belews Creek, North Carolina. SP5 Mustin is on panel 01W, line 020 of the Vietnam Memorial Wall in Washington D.C.
It was my honor to have served as Larry's commander. On the morning of 10 May 1972, Captain Barry Tomlin and I did our pre-flight inspection of Larry's Chinook helicopter. Everything was in order as always with Larry's ship in the 362nd Aviation Company located at Long Thanh North, near Ben Hoa, Republic of South Vietnam. The morning's first fingers of daylight lighted the sky behind us as we headed toward An Loc. North Vietnam's famous General Giap was attempting to take the city to form a communist capitol in the south. Known as the Easter Offensive of 1972, Giap's efforts were wasted for over a month as he made attack after attack without success. Our job was to help the defenders of that shattered city fend off their attackers.
Larry's voice over the intercom did much to bring calm to an already "jittery" crew. He showed his professionalism as he kept everyone informed of the safe operation of his complex craft. All of those aboard had come to know Larry for what he was, a diligent flight engineer with the best maintained ship in the unit. Our flawless flight that morning ended with a request for me to return to our unit's headquarters. With many missions yet to be flown, I asked that a replacement pilot be ready to take my place. I left the ship as First Lieutenant Sammy Harrell climbed aboard. As the ship taxied away, I saw Larry standing beneath the aft transmission making his pre-flight checks. Then they were gone, forever. Approximately one and one-half hours later, someone rushed into my office saying that Chinook 157, Larry's ship, was down just outside our perimeter. Once outside, I saw the dreaded black cloud. Rushing to our unit's Command and Control UH-1, we were soon on our way to the site. At the scene, one quick look showed all to be lost. Specialist Larry Mustin made the supreme sacrifice that day. An elite few place themselves in harm's way to defend our nation in this planet's greatest experiment in human freedom. Fewer still are those who do so for the people of another nation. Larry is a member of this "elite of the elite" and I salute him. Specialist Mustin had his CH-47 in top shape for the day's missions. I was Aircraft Commander aboard Larry's Chinook. We flew missions throughout the morning when I received instructions to return to my unit, the 362nd Aviation Company, at Long Than North. The craft departed with a replacement pilot in my seat. Larry was still with his ship. A short time late the aircraft came apart in flight near my headquarters. I was first on the scene. I normally would have been aboard the crashed CH-47. Larry, I say this, "I hope I have lived my life with dignity and honor worthy of your approval. I hope to join you and your brave comrades to see your smiling faces again. LTC Carle E. Dunn, USA Ret, 6028 Brookgreen Court, Spartanburg, SC 29301-3547, [email protected], http://www.msnhomepages.talkcity.com/
terminus/iontrail/Page8mustin.html
HAPPY TIMES AT SCHOOL, HOME, AND OUR SMALL COMMUNITY. WE LOST A TRUE FRIEND AND BUDDY. LINDA FULTON SOUTHERN, FULTON1229@AOL.
Larry was my number 1 son and my hero. He was a flight engineer on a CH-473 Helicopter of the 363nd Aviation Company, 229th Aviation Battalion, Delta Company, 1st Air Cavalry. He was enroute to Vungtau, Republic of Vietnam when the helicopter crashed and burned. He was well liked by his personnel and fellow servicemen. My only consolation is that Larry died serving his country, and doing what he thought was right. Larry as on his 3rd tour of duty in Vietnam. We love you and you will always be remembered. Mom..Lois Mustin
Larry was my friend, my teacher, and my brother in arms. We served together under Maj Dunn and the other brothers of "Fly United" 362nd Aviation Company out of the 1st Cavalry Division, 3rd Brigade (Separate) Attached to the 229th Assault Helicopter Battalion out of Bein Hoa, RSVN. Larry loved what he did and always gave of himself to others, in all ways possible. His previous tours and experience were the cement upon which he built his outlook and gratitude of life. I was proud to have been his friend. He remains with me always. His place is special, as is the place of the other four crewmen who all lost their lives trying to improve the lives of many who did not even realize that this sacrifice occurred in their behalf. 30 years, and if I close my eyes,I can still see Larry smile, and hear his laugh, both his trademark; the trademark of a man comfortable with himself and willing to give to others. Michael Sullivan Sp5(Ret).
THE THING I REMEMBER MOST ABOUT MY COUSIN LARRY WAS HIS "CAT THAT ATE THE CANARY SMILE". TO THIS DAY, WHEN I THINK ABOUT HIM, I ALWAYS SEE HIM SMILING. HE HAS BEEN GONE A LONG TIME FROM THIS EARTH, BUT HE STILL LIVES IN MY HEART. I LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING THAT SMILE AGAIN ONE OF THESE DAYS. KAREN HILL GRIFFIN.
He served with the 362nd Aviation Company, "Fly United", 1st Cavalry Division(AMBL), USARV.
He was awarded The Bronze Star Medal, The Purple Heart Medal for his combat related wounds, The Vietnam Service Medal, The Republic of Vietnam Campaign Service Medal, The National Defense Service Medal, The Good Conduct Medal and The Air Medal with 5 Oak Leaf Clusters.
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