Firebase Maureen
Firebase Maureen is a former U.S. Army firebase in A Sầu Valley southwest of Huế in central Vietnam.
History
The base was established overlooking the A Sầu Valley, 32 km southwest of Huế.The base was established by the 101st [Airborne Division] in May 1970 to support Operation Texas Star. On 7 May 1970 the base was defended by a platoon of the 506th [Infantry Regiment (United States)|1st Battalion, 506th Infantry] when it was attacked by a People's Army of Vietnam force. Private Kenneth Michael Kays was awarded the Medal of Honor for his actions during the battle. In January 2025, former Pfc Kenneth J. David was awarded the Medal of Honor for his actions during the battle.
The base was reopened in April 1971 as part of Operation Lam Son 720.