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This was the third design of the 2d Cavalry DUI, worn from 1924-1931. The sharp points on the ends of the bottom scroll again called for a redesign.
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With your input and Ward's input I think I have enough info to confirm most of the names in my photos. I am actually astounded that I remembered as many as I did. Now to figure out how to change the captions on my page, but not tonight.
Thanks for the input -- jeez, has it really been 30 + years????
Paul Parker
Hello Scott,
Welcome
I'm trying to catch up to all those I missed when they first signed on here. I'd like to welcome you to the Oldtimer's group. Take a look around. You might see an old friend or make some new ones.
Oh, I had a blast the year I was there. Wouldn't trade it for anything. Made some friends I still talk to after 35 years.
Sorry to hear about your losses. Tough to lose friends like that.
Nobody knows for sure what happened, but it is thought to have been a heater fire. The crew had jerry-rigged an M113 heater in it, and it burned very hot. Caught on fire in the middle of the night with two NCOs inside and started cooking off rounds. I got there in time to tackle the E-6 that had been in the driver's compartment and extinguish his flames before the tank blew up.
My TC/platoon leader recommended me for the Soldier's Medal, but nobody saw what I did so it was denied. Almost 9 years ago I got 100% disability from the VA for PTSD from it.
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Robb Russell has posted some tips for
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in the Forum.
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and for your Service and Dedication,
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Jesse Kelley
F Troop 2/2ACR
72-75
Welcome aboard Sgt. Dreier. You should be able to find someone you know kicking around here. We have over 1700 members and quite a few are from our time at the Rock.
Dragoon for Life,
Tacoma Dave