The Mighty Ninth

Strive To Reach The Summit


Last additions - J Fred Oliver
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JFO-86.JPGThis is the fieldRucksack, helmet, letter from home, and a smoke.Mar 20, 2016
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JFO-87.JPGTaking a breakTypical scene of troops moving through the Central Highlands.Mar 20, 2016
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JFO-88.JPGWhat is it?I caught it and was told, You cook it, too!".Mar 20, 2016
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JFO-81.JPGSearch & DestroyBoth grunts and redleg FO parties know this sight all too well...going through the Johnson grass with your weapon at the ready.Mar 20, 2016
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JFO-82.JPGC-RatsAll field troops knew the trick of using one C-rat can as a "mini-stove" and heating an otherwise cold can of rations. Note the improvised bedding of sand bags and an air mattress. Everyone, I'm sure, is familiar with the white plastic spoons.Mar 20, 2016
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JFO-84.JPGPerfect Timing!The photo catches the cigarette smoke departing his nostrils at the exact moment. Smoke breaks were common, just like in the States.Mar 20, 2016
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JFO-85.JPGAir DeliverySoldier in the foreground gives the Huey pilot the "thumbs up" to pull out. Delivery complete.Mar 20, 2016
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JFO-76.JPGCan land anywhereThis pilot proves he can land his Chinook anywhere.Mar 20, 2016
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JFO-77.JPGOn the ground on patrolNote the inflatable air mattresses. In the red circle is a souvenir someone is bringing home.Mar 20, 2016
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JFO-78.JPGOn patrolTaking a break or setting up a night position.Mar 20, 2016
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JFO-79.JPGA hand of bridge?Fish? Euchre? Not likely with the military play money at stake.Mar 20, 2016
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JFO-80.JPGMedic timePreventing infection from setting into a minor wound.Mar 20, 2016
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