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335th RRC

U.S. Army

The 335th Radio Research Company (335th RRC) was a U.S. Army signals intelligence unit activated during the Vietnam War. Established in 1966, the unit specialized in intercepting and analyzing enemy communications, supporting combat operations with vital intelligence. The 335th RRC operated primarily in the Central Highlands of South Vietnam, often working closely with U.S. and allied ground forces. Its contributions were crucial in disrupting enemy plans and improving battlefield awareness until its inactivation following the drawdown of U.S. forces in the early 1970s.

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Origins in the Vietnam War: The 335th Radio Research Company (RRC) was activated during the Vietnam War as part of the U.S. Army Security Agency, specializing in signals intelligence (SIGINT) and electronic warfare.
Nickname "Cowboys": The 335th RRC was known by its radio call sign and nickname "Cowboys," a moniker that became synonymous with their daring missions.
Based in Bien Hoa: The unit was primarily stationed at Bien Hoa Air Base, a strategic location for monitoring enemy communications in South Vietnam.
Critical Role in Tet Offensive: During the 1968 Tet Offensive, the 335th provided key intelligence that helped American and South Vietnamese forces respond to widespread attacks.
Aviation Assets: The unit operated a fleet of specially equipped aircraft, including RU-8D Seminoles and U-21s, for airborne radio direction finding and signals collection missions.
Cooperation with ARVN: The 335th RRC often worked closely with the Army of the Republic of Vietnam (ARVN), sharing intelligence and conducting joint operations.
Highly Decorated Unit: The "Cowboys" received numerous awards, including Meritorious Unit Commendations, for their outstanding performance and bravery.
Dangerous Missions: Members of the 335th often flew low and slow over hostile territory, making them frequent targets for enemy ground fire and earning them a reputation for courage under fire.
Legacy in Modern SIGINT: Many techniques and tactics pioneered by the 335th RRC served as the foundation for modern military signals intelligence operations.
Post-War Associations: Veterans of the 335th RRC remain active today, holding reunions and maintaining websites to preserve the unit’s unique history and camaraderie.

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335th RRC

U.S. Army

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Joseph Kline

U.S. Army · 1967 - 1971

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Jeffrey Young

U.S. Army · 1981 - 2001

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Edward Senter

U.S. Army · 1970 - 1977

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Clyde Snyder

U.S. Army · 1966 - 1969

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About 335th RRC

About this Unit

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Origins in the Vietnam War: The 335th Radio Research Company (RRC) was activated during the Vietnam War as part of the U.S. Army Security Agency, specializing in signals intelligence (SIGINT) and electronic warfare.
Nickname "Cowboys": The 335th RRC was known by its radio call sign and nickname "Cowboys," a moniker that became synonymous with their daring missions.
Based in Bien Hoa: The unit was primarily stationed at Bien Hoa Air Base, a strategic location for monitoring enemy communications in South Vietnam.
Critical Role in Tet Offensive: During the 1968 Tet Offensive, the 335th provided key intelligence that helped American and South Vietnamese forces respond to widespread attacks.
Aviation Assets: The unit operated a fleet of specially equipped aircraft, including RU-8D Seminoles and U-21s, for airborne radio direction finding and signals collection missions.
Cooperation with ARVN: The 335th RRC often worked closely with the Army of the Republic of Vietnam (ARVN), sharing intelligence and conducting joint operations.
Highly Decorated Unit: The "Cowboys" received numerous awards, including Meritorious Unit Commendations, for their outstanding performance and bravery.
Dangerous Missions: Members of the 335th often flew low and slow over hostile territory, making them frequent targets for enemy ground fire and earning them a reputation for courage under fire.
Legacy in Modern SIGINT: Many techniques and tactics pioneered by the 335th RRC served as the foundation for modern military signals intelligence operations.
Post-War Associations: Veterans of the 335th RRC remain active today, holding reunions and maintaining websites to preserve the unit’s unique history and camaraderie.