Alfred G. Platt, Capt USAF, Ret. 1941-2016

Most of you also knew Fred as Raven 47.  Fred’s notable contributions to the Secret War are documented in many online articles and videos including:

During his service, Fred was awarded the Silver Star, three Purple Hearts, three DFC’s and 48 other decorations. Fred is survived by a brother, a sister, several nieces and nephews and many Brothers in Arms.  The Platt Family requests that you please not send flowers, that in lieu of flowers, donations should be made in Fred’s name to China Post 1.

Funeral services will be held in Houston, Texas, 18 May 2016. Further details will follow.

Donations in Memory of Fred should be mailed to:

American Legion, China Post 1

Attention: Adjutant

PO Box 299

Fate, TX 75132-0299

The sites below take you to a documentary made a few years ago when 4 Ravens returned to Laos to discuss their years there. All Ravens are fiercely patriotic and strong men. Fred will be missed greatly.

Part 1
http://youtu.be/s76hLt3-hHo

Part 2
http://youtu.be/kJVnkGNI8AQ

Part 3
http://youtu.be/FdPCpG2qzCw

Part 4
http://youtu.be/oa1Al_NPnIg

Part 5
http://youtu.be/fBnX_z6X7Ns