TIGER LAND (Fort Polk, Louisiana.)
Shot, edited, written and voiced by Lydia Magallanes for KALB NBC 5.
Fort Polk, LA (KALB) Fort Polk has a rich history of Army readiness. On Saturday's public tour of the Joint Readiness Training Center people saw first-hand what it's like to be a U.S. soldier.
'Tiger Land is where soldiers trained during the Vietnam war on Fort Polk. (Source: KALB)
Shantessa Archie says it gave her and her children a greater appreciation for the military.
They got to see what the inside of the vehicles looks like and take pictures holding the guns. You don't really know what they go through until you actually get to see things up close and see how heavy the equipment is and how hot they must get wearing the uniforms.
Various equipment was on display for photo ops and everyday civilians even had the chance to shoot a 50 caliber machine gun. But the main attraction, 'Tiger Land, a 1960's compound that mimicked a Vietnam village complete with huts, swamps, and booby traps. Soldiers like Texas native Larry McCabe trained there before deploying.
It helped considerably because you knew what to look for..you'd stumble upon the tunnels (in Vietnam). They were so well hidden, some of them you had to go underwater to get into. So you had to watch where you were at, what you were doing.
McCabe hasn't seen Tiger Land in 49 years. Although the training was realistic, he says nothing compared to boots on the ground in Vietnam.
It's a completely different world that you get dropped into. You have to survive, that's your main priority, to survive and make sure your buddy on each side survives too.
Ed Farris, President of the National United States Armed Forces Museum is in the business of making sure the rest of the country doesn't forget about its military history. Farris has been involved in the museum since 1999. He says taking Veterans down memory lane is what he loves about his job. Vets get to see artifacts and equipment they actually used when they were in military service or seeing pictures where they served that aren't there anymore. That actually brings back a lot of happy memories, it's not the conflict, it's the men and women that they served with and they go back and reminisce.
Basic Training at Fort Polk, Louisiana 1960s Vietnam Era
Basic Training at Fort Polk, Louisiana.
If you know any of these men, please contact me. SFC Karnes was the DI shown at the beginning, parts of the middle and the end. These are the men he helped train for the Vietnam War. He served 2 tours in Vietnam, but was KIA February 16th, 1971. He was due home in March.
Things to Do Around Fort Polk in Louisiana
What comes to mind when you think of Louisiana? Is it Mardi Gras, the annual event that takes place every February on Bourbon Street? Maybe it's the delicious food, including staples such as jambalaya, gumbo, beignets, boudin and crawfish. Or how about the music, as there are a precious few places in the nation for more authentic, toe tapping jazz, as evidenced annually during the Bayou Country Superfest or New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival. But there's so much more to the Sugar State than meets the eye, ear or stomach, especially if you're stationed at Fort Polk. Watch this video to see what's in store just outside your door.
Fort Polk
Fort Polk is a United States Army installation located in Vernon Parish, approximately ten miles east of Leesville, Louisiana, and thirty miles north of DeRidder in Beauregard Parish, Louisiana.
It was named in honor of the Right Reverend Leonidas Polk, the first Episcopal Bishop of the Diocese of Louisiana, and a distinguished Confederate general in the American Civil War. The post encompasses approximately 198,000 acres. Of this, 100,000 acres are owned by the Department of the Army and 98,125 acres by the U.S. Forest Service, mostly in the Kisatchie National Forest. Fort Polk is the only Combat Training Center that also trains and deploys combat units.
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Museum Grand Opening
It's said those that don't remember the past are destined to repoeat it. Fort Polk is helping us remember our local military heritage with the new Fort Polk Museum. Tc Bradford was at the ribbon cutting and brings us this story. Written and Edited by Jeff England.
La Quinta Inn & Suites Leesville Fort Polk - Leesville Hotels, Louisiana
La Quinta Inn & Suites Leesville Fort Polk 2 Stars Hotel in Leesville, Louisiana Within US Travel Directory Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, this Leesville, Louisiana hotel is 11.3 km from Northwestern State University. A free continental breakfast is offered to all guests.Offering free Wi-Fi, each room provides a cable TV, free toiletries and an en suite bathroom at La Quinta Inn and Suites Leesville Fort Polk.Fresh waffles, cereal and coffee are just some of the free continental breakfast items provided daily at Leesville Fort Polk La Quinta Inn and Suites. A 24-hour reception is also offered.Museum of West Louisiana is 24.1 km away. Fort Polk Military Museum is 10 minutes drive away from La Quinta Inn and Suites Leesville Fort Polk.
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Holiday Inn Express on Ft. Polk - Fort Polk, Louisiana
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Welcome to Fort Polk, Home of Heroes With its warm Southern hospitality, the City of Leesville welcomes Soldiers and their families to Fort Polk. Whether you are here on official or unofficial duty, the guest suites at the Holiday Inn Express® at Fort Polk (Magnolia House and Cypress House) are the perfect choice. Our on-Post accommodations in Bldg B-522, B-331 and B-332 are convenient, and with a free shuttle, you can easily get to your destinations. We are located just across the street from the 18-hole championship Warrior Hills Golf Course. Head to the Strike Zone Bowling Center to play a game of cosmic bowling. When it comes to outdoor recreation, Alligator Lake has everything you need, including boat rentals and picnic sites. And don't forget to join us for food and fun on Wednesday nights at the BBQ Social. Off-Post, the City of Leesville has plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. Learn about the history of the area at the Museum of West Louisiana or check out the artwork at Gallery One Ellleven in downtown. If you love the outdoors, you won't want to miss visiting the state's only National Forest, Kisatchie National Forest. To make your stay as carefree as possible, our hotel offers the quality amenities you expect; enjoy a free, hot breakfast, guest laundry facilities and a Business Center. Our hotel features free high-speed Internet access and other convenient perks. We look forward to welcoming you to Fort Polk soon.
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La Quinta Inn & Suites Leesville Fort Polk in Leesville LA
Website: . . . . . . . .. .. ... . . . . La Quinta Inn & Suites Leesville Fort Polk 1308 Entrance Road Leesville LA 71446 Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, this Leesville, Louisiana hotel is 7 miles from Northwestern State University. A free continental breakfast is available to all guests. Including free Wi-Fi, each room provides cable TV, free toiletries and a private bathroom at La Quinta Inn and Suites Leesville Fort Polk. Fresh waffles, cereal and coffee are just some of the free continental breakfast items provided daily at Leesville Fort Polk La Quinta Inn and Suites. A 24-hour front desk is also available. Museum of West Louisiana is 15 miles away. Fort Polk Military Museum is a 10-minute drive from La Quinta Inn and Suites Leesville Fort Polk.
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189th Combat Sustainment Support Battalion Chaplain hosts Easter Christian Services for Paratroopers at the Joint Readiness Training Center in Fort Polk, LA. Capt. (Chaplain) Brandon Schlecht states the importance of resiliency during this Easter season.
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i wrote this poem back in 1970 while in the army. vietnam was still going and supposedly drawing to a close. i was extremely lucky that i did not have to go, however at the time i didn't think so. i spent the next two years at fort polk, la. i was drafted and was in the infantry, but with everything winding down i landed a job at division hq. met many returning vets and heard many stories like the one i wrote. when michael monsoor did the same thing in iraq, i just felt compelled to share it with everybody. this one and others are in a book called 'capsules in time by lee battles', others posted on you tube are kaboom, father i'm home, front porch, unspoken, leaves we leave, house. book is available at most bookstores, amazon, others. hope you enjoy. if so my email is battlesjr@yahoo.com would like to hear from you.
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The United States Military Railroad [4K]
To simulate wartime repairs of railroads the Claiborne-Polk United States Military Railroad was built. The railroad was about 50 miles long and had 25 bridges. It crossed the Calcasieu River. Camp Claiborne was a U.S. Army military camp during World War II located in Rapides Parish in central Louisiana. If you enjoyed this video please don't forget to hit that LIKE and SUBSCRIBE button.
US Army Life 1968 to 1970
US Army photos from Fort Leonard Wood MO, Fort Gordon GA, Cooke Barracks Germany 4th Armored Division / 144th Signal Battalion and a stop over at Schwabach O'brien Barracks in May of 1970 / Radio site photos at Buchberg, Hetzles, Rechberg Germany and after Army life photos 1971 to 1973.
U.S. Army Basic Training in the 1960s
Old video of U.S. Army basic training with infantry, armor, and artillery in action.
1967 US Army Basic Training
Serve in the US Army during Nam? Remember this training?
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While I was on active duty at Fort Sill (1960-62), I was the first Second Lieutenant to be assigned as an instructor in the Field Exercise Branch of the Tactics Department in the US Army Artillery and Missile School. We ran field exercises and assisted in the public demonstrations which are the videos presented. I also taught map reading to Officer Candidates, officers entering the service from ROTC and West Point, and Regular Army Career Officers. I received my commission through ROTC at the University of Illinois. I enjoyed my tour of duty and met some outstanding people. Hope you enjoyed some old pictures...times sure have changed! Thanks for watching.
U S Army Basic Training in 1966 Culture Shock Part 4
Description This is Part 4 of a series about a Viet Nam veterans experiences in United States Army basic training at Ft. Polk, Louisiana in 1966.
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BASIC TRAINING VIETNAM ERA Part 1
Do you remember when you took basic training?
This is a 3-part documentary about army basic combat training during the Vietnam era. In those days, the military draft was still around, and every young man had to serve unless he got a deferment. I recall that my company was a lot tougher than the one shown here, but the activities that the soldiers engage in were about the same.
This was filmed at Fort Ord, CA, but because of the massive buildup for the Vietnam War, basic training was actually carried on at a great number of military installations throughout the U.S. After graduation from basic training, many men received a two-week leave, and then were transferred to another post or unit for advanced training (AIT).
Based on a remark in an unedited version of this program, the final day of this unit's training cycle was on a Friday, September 23rd. That might mean it was filmed in 1966.
Perhaps this video will bring back some memories for you !
TIGERLAND Official Trailer!
It is September 1971 and it is clear that the Vietnam War is lost. In the opinion of the average American soldier who came of age during the Peace movement of the 1960s, Vietnam was lost a long time ago. Roland Bozz (Colin Farrell), a draftee who is opposed to the war, is shown to be an unruly soldier with no respect for authority; he disobeys orders and talks back to his superiors. He quickly befriends another recruit, Jim Paxton (Matthew Davis), an aspiring writer who records his experiences in a personal journal. Unlike Bozz, Paxton volunteered for the Army. Upon reaching their post the company CO, Captain Saunders makes it clear that every soldier who passes through Fort Polk and Tigerland will be sent to Vietnam. He also states that any political views on the war are irrelevant at this point.