Ambrose_Smurra.JPGYes, I got my ticket to Vietnam113 viewsMy name is Ambrose Smurra; I am a Cannoneer. Without me, nothing happens. My favorite hobby between fire missions was exchanging Italian recipes with Lt Bob Patalano.
AS-22.JPGCup of Cofee95 viewsOnce I get my morning coffee, I'm ready to go.
AS-25.JPGProtective94 viewsAutomatic weapon...loaded and ready to go. I'm prepared for anything.
AS-21.JPGUnloading92 viewsOne the howitzer is on the ground, we unload and set that sucker up for firing.
AS-24.JPGThassa Me!91 viewsStanding next to my gun.
AS-26.JPGGun Section90 viewsMembers of my Howitzer Section
Patalano_-_Smurra.JPGWONDERFUL REUNION - 50 YEARS LATER90 viewsFifty years after Vietnam, I met up with my old paisano Bob Patalano in Connecticut in 2017. We used to exchange our favorite Italian recipes while on duty with the 2/9th in Vietnam. There have been a few changes in our appearance since then.
AS-23.JPGTypical scene in the Central Highlands87 viewsAlmost every firebase in the Central Highlands had a mountain backdrop.
AS-28.JPGCargo Planes87 viewsThey carried troops and equipment throughout the war zone.
AS-7.JPGLZ Incoming86 viewsA direct hit on one of our howitzers when the enemy attacked LZ Incoming. {See "War Stories" about LZ Incoming}
AS-20.JPGProtecting the Ammo86 viewsEvery gun section took great care to build a wooden shed to shelter and protect the 105mm ammo.
AS-19.JPGScenic Overlook85 viewsIf you were lucky, your next position looked like this. You had both the commanding high ground against the enemy and a beautiful scene every day.
