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The "Rockpile" shouldn't be easy to miss. Located due west of Quang Tri along Highway 9 (formerly called QL 9, Rt 9; but it really was just a dirt road once you passed Camp Carroll). Lots of fighting around that "rockpile."
The only distinguishable landmark in the former "South" Vietnam, that won't be or hasn't been affected by man, the weather, or time itself, is the "Rockpile" located about a mile north of QL 9 (Highway 9 also known as Route 9) which ran east to west/west to east from Dong Ha (which borders Quang Tri in I Corps) to Khe Sanh. Just to the south of Rt 9 (QL 9) almost directly across from the "Rockpile" was the US Army firebase Vandergrift (and contained a battery of split trailed 155mm howitzers at the time) which actually bordered the southern edge of Rt-9. NVA 122mm rockets continuously bombarded the firebase from the Rockpile area during the Lam Son 719 operation in 1971.
The rockpile, also known as Thon Khe Tri, was located in the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) of Vietnam, near the border with Laos. It was a rocky outcrop that provided a strategic vantage point for observing and controlling the surrounding area. The rockpile was heavily contested during the Vietnam War.
Located vicinity Americal Division AO near Chu Lai; standard operations, standard small unit contacts (normal small unit firefights). Nothing out of the ordinary (like Hamburger Hill or Dak To, etc.). Same with Rockpile up in I Corps. Famous place, but no spectacular battles on the hilltop itself; just around it.
Rockpile was created in 1976.
The rockpile in James Baldwin's "The Rockpile" represents the division and conflict within the Grimes family. It serves as a physical barrier that separates family members, reflecting the emotional distance and turmoil that exists between them. The rockpile symbolizes the burdens and consequences of past actions that continue to impact the family dynamics.
The children's play on the rockpile symbolizes their defiance of boundaries imposed by society and their desire for freedom. Their games on the rockpile also create tension with the adults in the story, highlighting the generational and cultural divides within the community. Additionally, the rockpile itself can be seen as a physical manifestation of this tension and a symbol of the challenges faced by marginalized individuals in society.
"The Rockpile" is a short story written by James Baldwin. It was first published in 1965 as part of his collection of short stories titled "Going to Meet the Man."
The web address of the Campbell Cnty Rockpile Museum is: http://www.rockpilemuseum.com
The Rockpile Ranter (aka "D"), is an Army Veteran and father of three who writes a Colorado Rockies blog known as the "Rockpile Rant". The Rockpile Ranter with his specially made Ranter hat and personalized Rockies jersey is a common site around Coors Field during batting practice. "D" is known for setting the standard for present day sports picture blogs. The Rockpile Rant has been a top fan blog on MLBlogs.com for several years finishing fifth in 2009. The Rockpile Ranter's photos are currently used online and in print all over the world.
The phone number of the Campbell County Rockpile Museum is: 307-682-5723.
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The address of the Campbell County Rockpile Museum is: 900 West 2Nd Street, Gillette, WY 82716-4208
The address of the Campbell Cnty Rockpile Museum is: 900 W 2Nd St, Gillette, WY 82716-3405
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