Firebasexx.jpgBreak from S&D107 viewsSearch & Destroy missions were shared among the Infantry companies with one company taking a break for rest at a 105mm howitzer battery. They were known as the "Palace Guard" since they provided defenses for both their Battalion Command Post and one of the 105mm batteries.
Lt Keith was supported by "A" Battery, 2/9th FA.
Howitzer ammo stacked and ready at LZ OD near Duc Pho.
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DK-Pers22.jpg107 viewsUNK stands with FO Lt Dave Whaley.
RShaffer.jpg107 viewsPlatoon Leader Lt Randy Shaffer takes a break with his men. Randy was KIA.
KeithChowBreak.JPGFancy Dining as an FO107 viewsYou know, it's hard to tell the difference between ham & lima beans and roach poison.
Arty_Hat.jpgStill Running!107 viewsWell, Don gave up his #1 spot on the victory stand in this annual event. At least the winner wasn't decked out infantry blue. BUT...check out that Artillery ten-gallon hat on Don's head! Wow!
Guess the #3 guy didn't finish at all...or was "finished" and carried off for last rites.
dk17.JPG106 views"Artillery was my major; my minor was Geology". Lots of hard rocks over here.
