""The Last Full Measure"" Topic
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Tango01 | 06 Apr 2018 3:19 p.m. PST |
"34-years after his death, Airman William H. Pitsenbarger Jr. ("Pits") is awarded the nations highest military honor for his actions on the battlefield…." link Main page imdb.com/title/tt0783640 "Since the 2nd Brigade's arrival the previous June, most of the 1st Infantry Division's large scale efforts had been largely focused to the northwest of Saigon. However, enemy activities were picking up in other parts of the III Corps Tactical Zone as well. In early 1966, intelligence efforts began to paint a picture of a build-up of supplies in areas to the east of Saigon to support the 5th PLAF Division. The supplies were reportedly being stockpiled to support a planned division-size offensive against the capital. In response to this build-up, Gen. Seaman ordered the II Field Force to develop plans for a large-scale ground operation in the suspected areas. The mission became known as Operation ABILENE…." Main page link
Amicalement Armand |
Cacique Caribe | 06 Apr 2018 9:54 p.m. PST |
Wow. Interesting mix in their cast! Dan |
Legion 4 | 07 Apr 2018 6:54 a.m. PST |
Yes, very interesting ! And as usual in many cases, he was dead by the time he got the award. Better late than never, I guess … RIP Airman … |
Tango01 | 07 Apr 2018 11:15 a.m. PST |
Glad you like it my friends!. (smile) Amicalement Armand |
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