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We invite you to explore more ways to get involved and connect Arizona’s service members, veterans and their families. Listed here are upcoming training and events conducted by the Arizona Coalition for Military Families and our partners.
If you have any questions about our training and events, please email events@arizonacoalition.org.
Battle of Ia Drang
November 14
The Battle of Ia Drang, fought from November 14 to 18, 1965, was the first major engagement between U.S. Army forces and the People’s Army of Vietnam (PAVN) during the Vietnam War. Taking place in Vietnam’s Central Highlands, the battle comprised two main confrontations at landing zones X-Ray and Albany. At LZ X-Ray, U.S. forces employed helicopter air mobility and heavy artillery to inflict significant casualties on the PAVN. Conversely, at LZ Albany, U.S. troops suffered heavy losses due to a PAVN ambush. The battle demonstrated the effectiveness of air mobility tactics and underscored the challenges of jungle warfare, setting the stage for future engagements in the conflict.
Learn More:
- 50 Year Reflection (2015) Firsthand Accounts: Army.mil
- Battle of Ia Drang: Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund
- Battle of Ia Drang: Wikipedia Entry
- Bruce Crandall, Medal of Honor Recipient
- Casualty Summary: Defense Casualty Analysis System
- Clyde Earnest Savage Firsthand Account: American Veterans Center
- Ed Freeman, Medal of Honor Recipient
- George Forrest Firsthand Account: American Veterans Center
- Ia Drang Valley Incident: Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency
- Joe Galloway and Others Firsthand Accounts
- Jon Wallenius Firsthand Account: Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund
- Medal of Honor Recipients
- Tony Nadal Firsthand Account: American Veterans Center
- Vietnam War: National Archives
- Walter Marm, Medal of Honor Recipient
Support is Available
Reflecting on significant moments in U.S. history can evoke strong emotions. If you or someone you know is feeling lonely or facing challenges with mental health, housing, employment, transportation, healthcare, veteran benefits, family issues or any other situation, we’re here to help. Call the Be Connected support line for service members, veterans, and their families at 866-4AZ-VETS (866-429-8387), available Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM MT. For urgent mental health crises, contact the Veterans Crisis Line by dialing 9-8-8 (veterans – press 1) or text 838255, and for life-threatening emergencies, call 9-1-1. This information is provided as a public service and is not intended to replace advice or care from licensed professional providers.
