The Mighty Ninth

Strive To Reach The Summit


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DK-Pers11.jpgMen of B-1-3595 viewsUNK troop stands at hut entrance. Going thru Vietnamese villages was a very problematic. Many villagers were glad to see US troops, others very worried when they left and the return of the VC.

Almost every village entered found enemy stockpiles of rice and weapons. The enemy was hiding behind the peaceful farmers who wanted no part of this war. The US media never reported this.
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DK-Pers33.jpgFO on Duty95 viewsIn the background, scenic views of a war zone. But it was serious business otherwise.
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IMG_3026.JPGRiding the berm95 viewsAn elevated walkway, called a "berm" allow farmers to work their rice paddies. Many a firefight took place near a berm.
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RoadMine.jpg95 views"I don't know about you, but I'm gettin' outta here!"
UNK digs out an enemy mine.
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Doc.JPG95 viewsGoing down Hwy 1 with an M-79 grenade launcher at the ready.
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Propaganda.jpg95 viewsThis tri-fold pamphlet was the enemy's attempt at propaganda aimed at our troops. {click to enlarge and see the message}
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