Douglas Buikema

Douglas Buikema was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan, in 1946 and grew up in the area. After working for a year and going to college, he volunteered for the draft in 1967. In basic training at Ft. Knox, he became a squad leader and went to Ft. McClellan, Alabama for AIT. He also went to NCO School at Ft. Benning, where he gained more leadership skills. In Vietnam, he was a squad leader and was based out of Quan Loi. He was in A Company, 1st Battalion, 28th Infantry in the 1st Division. Mr. Buikema was wounded twice; once in the ankle, and the other time in the back of his knee. He received a Silver Star. After being wounded the second time, he left Vietnam and was discharged shortly after.

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his outstanding rendition At 22:30 brought back good ol memories! Misty eyed i was from a good hearty chuckle. Good way to get your attention was the shouting of INCOMING!!!!!😅

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Thank you for served in Vietnam Sir. You’re a good man, God bless you and your family Sir.

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