Vietnam Veteran Re-enlists in Iraq

Vietnam Veteran Re-enlists in Iraq
16th Sustainment Brigade
Story by Capt. Natalie Mercedes-Williams
Date: 07.13.2009
CONTINGENCY OPERATING SITE MAREZ-EAST, Iraq — Sgt. 1st Class Hershel L. Mayfield, a native of Tallassee, Ala., has been serving in the Army for 39 years; thirty-seven of which were with the 158th Maintenance Company, Alabama Army National Guard.

Mayfield decided that it was time to re-enlist again into the Guard and continue to serve his country for two more years.

"Everything I do today is done with the next generation in mind, and how I can influence them to do the same for their nation," said Mayfield.

Mayfield joined the Guard, reclassing as a light-wheel vehicle mechanic, with a desire to continue serving his country as a Soldier. He thanked his wife of 30 years, Sheila, and his children Hershel Mayfield III (deceased) and Amber Lynn Tounton, for supporting him throughout his military career.
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Vietnam Veteran Re-enlists in Iraq