The Mighty Ninth

Strive To Reach The Summit

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FP-2.jpgThursday Firepower DemonstrationPhoto courtesy of Doug TurnerMay 16, 2017
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FP-3.jpgThursday Firepower DemonstrationPhoto courtesy of Doug TurnerMay 16, 2017
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FP-4.jpgThursday Firepower DemonstrationPhoto courtesy of Doug TurnerMay 16, 2017
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FP-5.jpgThursday Firepower DemonstrationPhoto courtesy of Doug TurnerMay 16, 2017
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AS-2.JPGField EntertainmentNope, this isn't the "warmup act" for Bob Hope. He never came this far out into the war zone. Not that I blame him.May 16, 2017
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AS-3.JPGField EntertainmentWell, the troops seem to be enjoying it!May 16, 2017
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AS-27.JPGHead Shed?Looks like some sort of headquarters buildingMay 16, 2017
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AS-28.JPGCargo PlanesThey carried troops and equipment throughout the war zone.May 16, 2017
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Ambrose_Smurra.JPGYes, I got my ticket to VietnamMy 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.May 16, 2017
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AS-22.JPGCup of CofeeOnce I get my morning coffee, I'm ready to go.May 16, 2017
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AS-23.JPGTypical scene in the Central HighlandsAlmost every firebase in the Central Highlands had a mountain backdrop.May 16, 2017
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AS-24.JPGThassa Me!Standing next to my gun.May 16, 2017
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