A Book by Charlie Company's own
Lieutenant Steve Candela, 1970-71.
"A rare and extraordinary story ... a rare and extraordinary man."
--The Marion Times Standard
Steve Candela did it the hard way, fighting his way through the jungles of Vietnam, through Cambodia, and
into some of the busiest hospital emergency rooms in the country.
Well Written... Unusually Revealing... A True Story About
Charlie
Company's Hard Fought Cambodian Battles....
VETERAN OF A FOREIGN WAR
From Foxhole to Physician
by Stephen J. Candela, M.D.
At our Sacramento Reunion, Jose Gonzales introduced the C/3/22 Commemorative Medallion. This is a beautiful 1-5/8" Antique Silver
Plate Medallion that gets attention and creates conversation whenever it is spotted.
Tears of a Warrior: A Family’s Story of Combat and Living with PTSD has been our life’s journey for the past thirty-some years. We
began writing our story several years back simply as a legacy for our two sons. But, with the Iraq war and soldiers returning from
combat, we realized that there are many others who have lived or are now living our experience as well. Some certainly have an even
more traumatic story than ours.
Tony Seahorn is a Vietnam Vet and was a guest at our Colorado reunion. At the reunion he
introduced us to this very well written book that I recomend to all vets and family members of vets. From it they will understand
more.
James (Jim) Davis Nelson served in Vietnam from 1967-68. He was a rifleman and machine gunner with the 2/22. He drew maps of enemy
base camps and trench lines which the platoon Sergeant sent to headquarters. This led to an assignment as Brigade Draftsman and Brigade
command track driver at headquarters. Later General Gleason saw one of his paintings and recommended to Division Headquarters that
he become a combat artist with the 18th Military Historical Detachment at Cu Chi.
Vietnam War Paintings—Art by James Davis Nelson
To purchase: “Vietnam War Paintings — Narratives by Participants”. Call 785-658-7430 or 785-428-3390. Price: $20.00 Trade Paperback,
$30.00 Hardcover. Add $5.00 S&H for each book.
When asked why I am interested in painting the Vietnam War, I have three answers: First, because I was there. I witnessed scenes that
are unique in the American experience and historically significant, thus deserving representation. Second, because within those American
troops I had many good friends some of whom did not survive. Their bravery and sacrifice deserve representation in art and other medium
for commemoration sake and for posterity. My third reason is to help repair the distorted image of that war and the American troops.
I have consequently been concerned that my paintings be objective, depicting persons and events just as they actually were; neither
glamorizing, nor —as television and the movies tend to do —demonizing them. I wanted it to be fairly said: “Yes, that’s the way it
really was.”
Book Description at Amazon.com: A powerful true story of Vietnam combat. These men battle a ferocious enemy in terrible heated
weather conditions. Their dedication to each other help save lives and rescue others. A true story of heroes and courage.
Stephen (Shorty) Menendez (69-70): My new book, "BATTLE at STRAIGHT EDGE WOODS" is finally in hand. The book is available
at Amazon Books under it's title name. 'ALL' profits will be given to our Company Veterans Relief Fund. I hope we can build
a nice fund using the book's profits.
John Erby's wife, Delores Erby, has written a memoir about John. It's called "Caught Off Guard." It is an excellent read about his
life and his dedication to helping veterans. John was in A Company and lost his leg at FSB Burt. He attended several C/3/22 reunions.
He was well known among our group. Chuck Boyle
The ordering instructions are: Order from Delores J. Erby
10046 Indian Springs Dr., Cincinnati, OH 45241-3631
Price: $14.00, S/H
$4.00, Total: $18.00
$15
$25
$15
A new expanded and revised edition of Absolution, Charlie Company, 3rd Battalion, 22nd Infantry has been published by Chuck Boyle.
It can be purchased from Amazon in either the hardcover or eBook version for Kindle. The ISBN is 978-0-615-83132-9.
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If you would like an autographed and
personalized copy, send $26.95 to Chuck at :
PO Box 572, Cottondale, AL 35453.
That will cover
the cost of the book and prepaid shipping.
San Diego 2015 Reunion T-Shirt with our popular design on the back with the prior reunion cities and map of Vietnam
Khaki Pocket Golf Shirt with embroidered emblems as shown above
C/3/22 Association Pens are also available!
Place your San Diego Reunion Gear order on the Reunion Registration Form. If you are not attending the reunion add $2 addtional for
xxl or larger sizes and extra $ for shipping.
Pre-ordering is advised! A very limited selection will be at the reunion.
