It is a fortunate thing that the Coast Guard keeps meticulous records, which enables historians to state with a reasonably certainty the actions undertaken on specific dates and times. Here, an excerpt from LTJG McGILL’s Historical Summary, provided to him upon departure from Vietnam in October 1968.

6 November 1967 — Notified that a PCF had turned over in the mouth of the Cua Viet River. PT. WELCOME proceeded to assist and arrived on scene in approximately 20 minutes. By that time all persons aboard had been rescued by helos. The PCF was grounded on a shoal on the southern bank of the river, making salvage attempt by out unit impossible. Searched for debris and publications for one hour. One life raft, one chart, and several life jackets were recovered. Resumed normal patrol upon release by Coastal Division 12 Re. Cua Viet.