MK-50.jpgIncoming Huey144 viewsProbably the most common sight in Vietnam.
MK82.jpgAftermath144 viewsAftermath of 5 hours of contact firefight. Broke contact, pounded the area with artillery and air strikes. Lt Hartley was my LNO; we had five batteries firing missions during and into the night.
MK-59.jpgWater Buffalo144 viewsPrevalent throughout Vietnam; domesticated for farming use, but still had that "mean look" about them.
MK-78.jpgSingle File - column143 viewsNote the spacing between the men; we know the shit is coming.
MK-55.jpgFood Chain143 viewsThe village food source.
MK-74.jpgLoad Bearing142 viewsThe full pack is 90 lbs; I weighed 150 lbs.
MK284.jpgPerimeter of Oasis142 viewsThe Infantry perimeter area: 3rd Brigade at the “Oasis” FSB
MK-66.jpgStream Crossing141 viewsKeeping your powder dry.
MK-61.jpgBan-me-Thuot140 views173rd Airborne company covering "A" Battery, 2/9th was overrun; B-2-35 sent on CA to the rescue.
MK283.jpgHooch140 viewsMy bunk inside the hooch at Oasis.
MK262.jpgIndigenous diet140 viewsCooking Fish Heads and Rice, basic to the ARVN and NVA diet. Care for some lunch anyone…?
The smell alone was good for 2 clicks.
MK-41.jpgDefensive Position139 viewsAfter three days or more.