Old 03-08-2008, 05:59   #1
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March 8th, 1973 a C-47 military aircraft carring members of Fort Bragg's Golden Knights parachute team crashes in a cornfield in Northern Chatham County killing all on board. The team was en route to Overland Park, KS on a recruiting mission.

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Old 03-08-2008, 07:35   #2
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Rest in peace fellow paratroopers.
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Old 03-08-2008, 09:21   #3
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Thanks for the note Pete,

Most don't realize the hazards that exist in day-to-day business.

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Old 03-08-2008, 09:45   #4
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Thanks for the reminder Pete.Tragic day! Rest in Peace Team!

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Old 03-08-2008, 14:34   #7
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May the team continue to Rest in Peace.
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Old 03-08-2008, 17:53   #8
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I remember the crash.
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Old 03-08-2008, 18:52   #9
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May they soar on the winds of eternity.

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