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.
Photograph by Elfego Gomez, Jr.
This is Delta Company's orderly room in the rear area at LZ Bronco.
Photograph by Elfego Gomez, Jr.
During "stand-down" in the rear, most companies held awards ceremonies.
Photograph by Elfego Gomez, Jr.
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.
Photograph by Elfego Gomez, Jr.
Here is Captain Walsh discussing a mission with some of his men.
