LtCol Ritter’s daughter, Kay Ritter Grasso, ran across a couple of interesting tidbits while going through his things following his RTB. She wrote, “He was 55 days from 101 yrs old!! He was ready to go see Mom. Oh, I … Continue reading →
We received these photos from Kay Ritter Grasso, Col. Ritter’s daughter, on June 24, 2022. They seem to have come from different times and places. We sent them to all of the old timers from that era and have received … Continue reading →
Here are a few pictures from LtCol Ritters time as HMM-265’s first CO, courtesy of Scotty McGregor. Soupy Campbell says that it is LtCol Ritter’s picture on the Thundermug seat.
Continue reading →This photo of HMM-265 squadron officers was taken in early 1965 (best guess) on the flight line at New River. Let’s try to figure out who these guys are. There are four rows: one row of three heavies in front … Continue reading →
Call for photos We need more pictures of the 2021 reunion. Indeed, we need photos from all reunions and service in all eras. Please see”Archives/Submitting Photos for Galleries” for how and to whom to send them. All photos this page … Continue reading →
VMM-265 is part of the 3rd Marine Expeditionary Brigade (3rd MEB), which continues to conduct essential, realistic training while adhering to strict COVID-19 safety protocols to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. We are prepared to deploy in support of our … Continue reading →
Marion Sturkey was a lieutenant with HMM-265 when the squadron went to RVN aboard USS Boxer. He left the Marine Corps after that tour was complete and has written several books. Here is a link to his annotated Vietnam pics … Continue reading →
Wayne W. Shaw was a lieutenant when the squadron went to Vietnam aboard USS Boxer in April 1966. Educated as an architect, he also is a talented artist. During his time in Vietnam he was affiliated with the U.S. Marine … Continue reading →
Operation Hastings began on July 15, 1966. Those who were there remember it well. The shot of EP-171 going down in flames became one of the iconic pictures of that war. This gallery is for pictures from that day. Contact … Continue reading →