Charlie Battery – Ken Brott

Vietnam Zippo with original factory engravings and the later added name «Ken Brott», engraved in country during his Vietnam service. Accompanied by two photographs of Ken Brott and his dog tag.


After the Tet Offensive and Khe Sanh, Charlie Battery operated throughout I Corps in 1968–1969, supporting Marine and ARVN forces in Quảng Trị and Thừa Thiên provinces. Frequently relocating, they delivered accurate 105 mm fire in defensive and offensive operations, securing the DMZ approaches, countering infiltration, and aiding clearing missions near Huế and Highway 1. Despite monsoons and constant enemy fire, their sustained, precise support was vital to holding key terrain and disrupting enemy movements. Charlie Battery’s relentless performance made it one of the Marine Corps most dependable and effective artillery units in the Vietnam War.

  • Model:

    chrome plated brushed, five barrel hinge

  • Year:

    1968

  • Status:

    in collection