History: Bill Brophy
A follow up post on a man I have talked about in the past at length myself. The most significant man at Aberdeen Proving Ground, in 1941, was General JulianContinue reading “History: Bill Brophy”
RECONNAISSANCE TEAM LEADER SPECIAL RECOGNITION AWARD
The Special Recognition Award is presented to SERGEANT Rob Graham, for sustained meritorious service as a Long Range Reconnaissance Team Leader from 26 May 1969 through 12 May 1970. SergeantContinue reading “RECONNAISSANCE TEAM LEADER SPECIAL RECOGNITION AWARD”
The Suppressed M16 In Vietnam
“With the emergence of the M16 as the principal infantry arm of the US ground combat forces in South Vietnam, the major thrust of suppressor development was centered on theContinue reading “The Suppressed M16 In Vietnam”
The M14 ” Toe Popper”
Below is a video about the mine, Before that we have a first hand account from our friend and SOG Vet Ken Bird. I saw what the M14 does toContinue reading “The M14 ” Toe Popper””
Booby Trapped Flashlight
Another devious exploding trap used in Vietnam. Turning that flashlight would certainly be bright.
Book Recommendation -The Final Collapse
This is actually a monograph written by an ARVN General who was considered the best officer in the South VN Army. Vien was very competent and respected by his ownContinue reading “Book Recommendation -The Final Collapse”
GR103 40mm M-79 Round
Rare GR103 40mm M-79 Round. With it an antenna wire could be fire through triple canopy jungle for better reception. I am not sure who would want to give awayContinue reading “GR103 40mm M-79 Round”
“Commando Vault”
The 15,000 pound BLU-82B bomb was a system used during the Vietnam war. Nicknamed the “Daisy Cutter” because of the pattern it made when clearing jungle. Dropped from a C130,Continue reading ““Commando Vault””
Brady’s Issued Jungle Boots From Vietnam
Last week I was at Brady’s and he sent these home with me. There are the jungle boots he was issued in 1969 and wore the rest of his 18Continue reading “Brady’s Issued Jungle Boots From Vietnam”
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Scattered Shots 