2LT Chavis was Special Forces trained and assigned as Ambush Platoon Leader. He immediately initiated small unit training and instituted many successfully squad and platoon size offensive operations against the local Viet Cong infrastructure in the Tactical Area Of Responsibility.

        During his tour with B Company he was promoted to 1LT.

        In January 1969 he was reassigned to the 5th Special Forces and became the Executive Officer of Detachment A-234 at Phey Srunh and An Lac.

        If anyone can provide any additional information on his background or whereabouts, please contact Tom Watson (History Project Manager) via the Email Link on the 1968 roster page. Or call 864-391-2661 collect!