First Sergeant Elfego Gomez, Jr. was the 1st SGT for Delta Company, 3rd Battalion, 1st Infantry during 70-71.  Unlike most 1st SGTs, Elfego spent most of his time in the field with his men rather than performing the normal duties of a 1st SGT in the rear area at LZ Bronco.

 

Jr.This is Delta Company’s orderly room in the rear area at LZ Bronco.

During “stand-down” in the rear, most companies held awards ceremonies.

This is Captain Walsh (right), Company Commander of Delta Company, preparing his men for their next mission while they wait for “slicks” (choppers) to pick them up.

Here is Captain Walsh discussing a mission with some of his men.

Here is LT Keys discussing a mission with the men in his platoon.

This is a formation of “slicks” delivering Delta Company to the field for their next mission.

Here is 1SG Elfego Gomez, Jr. with supplies (mail) delivered by a resupply bird.