Firebasexx.jpgBreak from S&D116 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.jpg116 viewsUNK stands with FO Lt Dave Whaley.
DK-TopoMap.JPG116 viewsCourtesy of Lt Don Keith's album of memories.
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DK-Pers13.jpg115 viewsLt Don Keith needs more C-rations.
onthetrail.JPG115 viewsThis is an excellent example of a triple canopy jungle. Navigating the jungle was one challenge; suddenly finding the enemy was another.
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DK-Firebase4.jpg114 viewsFire Direction Officer Lt Kermit DeVaughn (dec) and Capt Keith Carlton, BC of Battery "A"
