The Mighty Ninth

Strive To Reach The Summit

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MK132.jpgTime OffEnjoying some time off. Got my personal Browning 9mm automatic in the holster.Jun 10, 2008
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MK131.jpgGot it togetherIn the groove and doing my thing as the AO at Firebase Oasis, March, 1969.Jun 10, 2008
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MK129.jpgNew York, New YorkOne proud New Yorker...Lt John Cashin. He brought his state flag with him.Jun 10, 2008
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MK130.jpgMore Additional DutiesServing as FO on night perimeter night duties at Firebase Oasis in 69. Using a Starlight scope...great for spotting dinks and tigers.Jun 10, 2008
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MK128.jpgNew BirdMy new OH-3 attack helicopter...the "Loach". I had an OH-3 assigned to me for four hours a day. I flew with the "Cider FACs" on my own time when the "Loach" was not available.Jun 10, 2008
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MK127.jpgDown againTwo emergency landings in 30 days due to mechanical engine failure. At this rate, I'll never make my DEROS date.Jun 10, 2008
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MK126.jpgAerial viewMy view of Vietnam and the images left in my mind.Jun 10, 2008
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MK125.jpgReturnReturning to LZ OasisJun 10, 2008
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MK124.jpgDual skillsNow that's a great pilot...flying and taking pictures at the same time. Didn't even know he took the picture.Jun 10, 2008
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MK123.jpgRegistrationBattery registrations were always in demand.Jun 10, 2008
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MK122.jpgFire MissionThis is what the Aerial Observer does. Note the rounds landing in center right.Jun 10, 2008
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MK121.jpgAntique heloOff on a mission. Need fire support? Just call Victor 76, aka "White Knight", naturally.Jun 10, 2008
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