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This incredible and museum-grade Vietnam War soldier’s handwritten letter is an original Vietnam War soldier’s letter written by Sp/4 (Specialist 4th Class) Walter Pinkney (RA 12722915).

During his combat service in Vietnam as a US Airborne soldier, Specialist 4th Class Walter Pinkney (RA 12722915) served with numerous U.S. Airborne Divisions under multiple different infantry regiments within the Airborne. Some of these Airborne Divisions were some of the most famous infantry regiments of the Vietnam War.

Pvt. Walter Pinkney (RA 12722915) underwent specialized Airborne training at Fort Bragg North Carolina with the 82nd Airborne Division’s Company B. 3rd Battalion of the 325th Airborne Infantry Regiment.

Following his training at Fort Bragg, Specialist 4th Class Walter Pinkney (RA 12722915) underwent further specialized Airborne training at Fort Campbell with Company B. 2nd Battalion 501st Airborne Infantry Regiment.

For the majority of his service Specialist 4th Class Walter Pinkney (RA 12722915) served with Company B. 2nd Battalion 509th Airborne Infantry Regiment.

509th Airborne Infantry Regiment:

The 509th Airborne Infantry Regiment was a United States Army regiment that saw action during the Vietnam War. In 1967, the regiment arrived in Vietnam to participate in Operation Junction City, which was the largest U.S. military operation up until that time. The regiment played a critical role in the operation and subsequently became involved in numerous other operations throughout the remainder of the war.

Initially, the 509th Airborne Infantry Regiment was part of the 25th Infantry Division, which was stationed in Cu Chi, a district northwest of Saigon. The regiment was tasked with conducting search-and-destroy missions, reconnaissance patrols, and ambushes in the region. During this time, the 509th also conducted operations in the Iron Triangle and War Zone C.

In May of 1968, the regiment was transferred to the 1st Cavalry Division and was stationed in the northern provinces of Vietnam. The 509th took part in numerous operations during this time, including the Battle of Tam Quan and the Siege of Dak To. In the latter operation, the regiment played a pivotal role in repelling a North Vietnamese Army assault on the U.S. Special Forces camp at Dak To.

The 509th Airborne Infantry Regiment also participated in Operation Delaware in 1968, which was an attempt to disrupt North Vietnamese Army supply lines along the Ho Chi Minh Trail. The regiment's efforts were largely successful, but it suffered significant losses in the process.

In 1969, the 509th Airborne Infantry Regiment was transferred to the 101st Airborne Division and was stationed in the A Shau Valley. The regiment was heavily involved in Operation Apache Snow, which was an attempt to clear the valley of North Vietnamese Army troops. The operation was highly successful, and the 509th played a critical role in its success.

During the remainder of the war, the 509th Airborne Infantry Regiment continued to participate in numerous operations, including the Cambodian Campaign and the Lam Son 719 operation in Laos. The regiment suffered heavy losses during the war, with over 600 soldiers killed in action.

Despite the losses suffered by the regiment, the 509th Airborne Infantry Regiment played a critical role in the Vietnam War. The regiment's soldiers demonstrated incredible bravery and dedication to their mission, and their efforts helped to protect U.S. troops and disrupt enemy operations. The legacy of the 509th Airborne Infantry Regiment continues to inspire soldiers to this day, and its contributions to the Vietnam War will not be forgotten.