The Mighty Ninth

Strive To Reach The Summit


Last additions - Don M Keith
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DK-Award2.jpgAug 25, 2008
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DK-Award1.jpgAwards CeremonyAug 25, 2008
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VCOutpost.JPGGenerally, you found these VC "lookout" posts overseeing a trail. These lookouts were about 30-40 feet above ground.Aug 24, 2008
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UnknownSoldier.jpgMen of B-1-35Aug 24, 2008
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smokyFO.JPGAug 24, 2008
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PopSmoke.JPG"Popping Smoke" was the SOP for letting a chopper pilot know where it is safe to land. After he identifies the color, he is "good to go".Aug 24, 2008
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SmokeRd.JPGAug 24, 2008
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PepsiKeith.JPGAug 24, 2008
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onthetrail.JPGThis is an excellent example of a triple canopy jungle. Navigating the jungle was one challenge; suddenly finding the enemy was another.Aug 24, 2008
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MAJ-1=35.JPGAug 24, 2008
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Lt_Wise.JPGLt Joe Wise, B-1-35 and Lt Cal Grafe, 4.2mm Mortar Platoon Leader. Be sure and read "Run, But Don't Jump!" one of the funniest War Stories in our collection submitted by Cal!Aug 24, 2008
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DK-Pers1f.jpgHappy Guy...he's got a load of goodies. Lt Joe Wise, B-1-35.Aug 24, 2008
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