The Mighty Ninth

Strive To Reach The Summit

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LZ_Liz_Capt_Hutsell,_Bernhard,_Buzz_Nelson.jpgAt LZ Liz155 viewsL to R: Captain Howard "Dutch" Hutsell (deceased), Bernhard, and Sp4 Buzz Nelson. Hutsell served as the S-4 of the Battalion before moving on to Battery Commander.
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MikeStagon_SgtFitzpatrick.jpgChow Time155 viewsHere are Mike Stagon and Sgt Fitzpatrick.
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Jim_Doc_Hall.JPGLifetime Achievement Award bestowed155 viewsJim "Doc" Hall was honored at the Banquet with the first-ever Lifetime Achievement Award presented by his brothers of the Cacti. Being his usual modest self, Jim had very few words to offer. Congratulations, Jim! Your extensive work in finding the gravesites of the Cacti decease and paying them tribute will be your lasting legacy.
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Pleiku_St.jpgSights & Scenes154 viewsThe streets of Pleiku
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WS-25.JPGSurvey Section154 viewsSgt McDonna poses proudly next to the Section sign. The sign says "Mighty Ninth Survey Section" when photo is enlarged. Wonder where that piece of history is today? Engineer stakes prop up the sandbag wall around the tent.
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MK24.jpgThe World came by Huey154 viewsRe-supply in the field. Most critical to combat operations. All provided by the Iroquois "Hueys".
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MK-52.jpgThe "Yard" House154 viewsAnother view.
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MK-61.jpgBan-me-Thuot154 views173rd Airborne company covering "A" Battery, 2/9th was overrun; B-2-35 sent on CA to the rescue.
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MK94.jpgNew location154 viewsMy new home coming out of the boonies
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MK97.jpgThe 2/9th Bn Staff154 viewsThe TOC Gang at LZ Oasis: The S-1, S-2, S-3, and the SgtMajor
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WS-211.JPGBattle Tank154 viewsTroops take a closer look.
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TS-41.JPGJiffy Pop154 viewsDanny Olsen, HHC 2/35...using C-4 to make that wonderful meal we all enjoyed..."JIFFY POP".
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