The Mighty Ninth

Strive To Reach The Summit


Most viewed - Michael P. Kurtgis
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MK229.jpgReturning Fire143 viewsEverybody wants to get in on the action. Looks like he's using a hammer to operate the howitzer.
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MK-59.jpgWater Buffalo143 viewsPrevalent throughout Vietnam; domesticated for farming use, but still had that "mean look" about them.
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MK-50.jpgIncoming Huey142 viewsProbably the most common sight in Vietnam.
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MK-78.jpgSingle File - column142 viewsNote the spacing between the men; we know the shit is coming.
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MK-74.jpgLoad Bearing141 viewsThe full pack is 90 lbs; I weighed 150 lbs.
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MK-66.jpgStream Crossing140 viewsKeeping your powder dry.
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MK284.jpgPerimeter of Oasis140 viewsThe Infantry perimeter area: 3rd Brigade at the “Oasis” FSB
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MK262.jpgIndigenous diet140 viewsCooking Fish Heads and Rice, basic to the ARVN and NVA diet. Care for some lunch anyone…?
The smell alone was good for 2 clicks.
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MK-61.jpgBan-me-Thuot139 views173rd Airborne company covering "A" Battery, 2/9th was overrun; B-2-35 sent on CA to the rescue.
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MK-55.jpgFood Chain139 viewsThe village food source.
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MK-41.jpgDefensive Position138 viewsAfter three days or more.
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MK-40.jpgWhere are we?137 viewsLeave that to the FO, of course. Typical LZ clearing by an Infantry company on a mission.
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