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Shimbun Bulletin Board
3/187th Fundraiser
The Iron Rakkasans are seeking help in raising money to replace a badly damaged stone memorial honoring those killed in action in Vietnam.
2026 Reunion
Registration has CLOSED for the 2026 National Rakkasan Association Reunion scheduled for May of 2026.
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May 2026 News!
Table of Contents Note from the Association President 3rd Brigade News Note from LTG Robert Clark 2026 Reunion Dates in Rakkasan History In Memory Fundraiser Chapter News Contact Us President's Note My Fellow Rakkasans: May has arrived, bringing the anticipated time for Rakkasans to unite in Clarksville, Tennessee, and Fort Campbell, Kentucky. This annual gathering is a heartfelt reunion celebrating camaraderie, shared experiences, and the enduring Rakkasan Legacy. This year,
May 710 min read


April 2026 News!
Table of Contents A Short Note From the Association President 3rd Brigade News 2026 Reunion Generational Rakkasan Legacy Dates in Rakkasan History Fundraiser Chapter News Contact Us President's Note My Fellow Rakkasans: It is spring, a time every year when my mind reflects on events from the spring of 1969. At that time, I was Alpha Company Commander, 3rd Battalion, 187th Infantry. Starting with a sapper attack on Firebase Jack, April and May of 1969 proved to be challenging
Apr 77 min read


March 2026 News!
Table of Contents A Short Note From the Association President 3rd Brigade News 20th Anniversary of Operation Swarmer 2026 Reunions 2026 Board Elections Dates in Rakkasan History Rakkasan Legacy - In Memory Fundraiser Chapter News Treasurer's Report Contact Us President's Note My Fellow Rakkasans: Welcome to March. We are about two months away from the 2026 National Rakkasan Reunion, set to begin on May 13, 2026. Registration numbers have been strong, and we expect a great tur
Mar 69 min read


2026 Elections, Reunion & Scholarship
2026 Elections Final day of voting! The 2026 Elections/Voting Phase ends February 15, 2026 . The 2026 candidates for the open positions are as follows: Vice-President Frank Peterson (unopposed) Secretary Erik Lind Leslie "Rick" Perry Board Position 6 Beau Brumfield (unopposed) Board Position 8 Bill Eckstein Marcos Amador Campaign Statements: Candidates had the option to submit a campaign statement. Available statements are below. Eligibility to Vote: You must be a Ch
Feb 152 min read
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