The Mighty Ninth

Strive To Reach The Summit


Most viewed - Michael P. Kurtgis
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MK115.jpgChangeover124 viewsSpecial Forces camp now occupied by the ARVNs.
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MK120.jpgAntique helo124 viewsGreat pilots, though!
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MK127.jpgDown again124 viewsTwo emergency landings in 30 days due to mechanical engine failure. At this rate, I'll never make my DEROS date.
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MK140.jpgResults124 viewsLooking for results of the completed mission.
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MK173.jpg"The Wannabe"124 viewsMy RTO Ray Plunkett posing as a "wannabe" pilot.
If those AF pilots rented out their helmets for photos, they could retire without need of a pension.
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MK208.jpgCobra124 viewsThe Cobra gunship
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MK250.jpgKids124 viewsThe kids were always nearby.
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MK-272.jpgShort Timers Ballad124 viewsReaching the end of the tour...more than just counting days.
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MK108.jpgAwards Day123 viewsAwards and Decorations: Army Commendation Medal with "V" Device.

Note missing clip from .45 cal. Safety first?
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MK110.jpgBack to Work123 viewsEnough of the BS; time to get back to work. Civilization slowly creeping into the firebases; note the use of a garbage can.
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MK113.jpgChristmastime123 viewsChristmas Care packages arrive...including cards and a lighted Christmas tree.
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MK116.jpgChangeover123 viewsFor three days, I would be the only American in this place.
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