THE WALL OF FACES

Went through Basic School with Larry, Charlie 3-70. I remember a quiet hard-working young 2nd LT. He wasn’t a big man in stature, but he had a big heart. Semper Fi Marine.

Larry and I, along with over 200 classmates graduated from Delaware State College in early June 1969. He was resplendent in his pure white military dress as he was commissioned 2nd lieutenant. The Vietnam conflict continued to rage during this time. We marveled at his courage and commitment to serve our country. Larry is from Smyrna and so am I. We lived not too far from each other in small town America. I believe that he was a commuter. Since I lived on campus, our interactions were somewhat limited during our time on campus in Dover.

I have a bracelet for Capt Potts. If someone in his family would like to have it, please let me know.

1LT Larry Potts. Although I did not know you, Bat 21 connects you and the unit I served with -- F Troop 8th Cav. The Blue Ghosts lost a crew of three on the day Bat 21 Bravo first got to ground.

I'm an author working on a book on the famous Bat-21 rescue. For the book, I'd very much like to talk to anyone who knew Captain Potts. If you'd like to get in touch, you can reach me at [email protected].

Thank you. Stephan Talty
www.stephantalty.com