The Mighty Ninth

Strive To Reach The Summit


Most viewed - Don M Keith
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Firebasexx.jpgBreak from S&D93 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-Pers5.jpg93 viewsNote the stateside green fatigues. Jungle fatigues were not immediately available for the troops sent over in early 1966.
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DK-Pers1c.JPG93 views1Sgt Tewwis and UNK relaxing "at home"
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Propaganda.jpg93 viewsThis tri-fold pamphlet was the enemy's attempt at propaganda aimed at our troops. {click to enlarge and see the message}
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