12-07-2011, 08:39
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Got dirt?
A little help?
Shake out your old boots and pockets. 
If somebody can help with a poc for anyone in Korea or SE Asia that would be great also.
Update 12/30 progress pics. Base completed. Medals will be glassed in. Dirt will be added last. 
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12-07-2011, 09:59
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I have a pair of "actually worn in combat jungle boots" if you want them for the display. They are pretty new and only worn for maybe two mission or so.
I have a better pair that was issued in RVN but never went outside the wire. 
Both are too small for me now. Size 11s.
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12-07-2011, 12:07
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UB,I tried to click on the picture you posted to enlarge it and it didn't work for me,maybe it's just me I don't know........ 
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12-07-2011, 12:12
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Omaha Beach
I do have sand from Omaha Beach if you havent got Europe covered yet, just let me know.
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12-08-2011, 08:37
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American service members fought and unfortunately fell in sicily and I work for USN here. Do you need some dirt from here or you've got it already? Let me know.
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12-08-2011, 14:42
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Originally Posted by greenberetTFS
UB,I tried to click on the picture you posted to enlarge it and it didn't work for me,maybe it's just me I don't know........
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Fixed it.
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12-08-2011, 14:46
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Originally Posted by Sierra Lima
American service members fought and unfortunately fell in sicily and I work for USN here. Do you need some dirt from here or you've got it already? Let me know.
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Originally Posted by smg2080
I do have sand from Omaha Beach if you havent got Europe covered yet, just let me know.
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Any contributions from the European/North African Theater will be great. My address is on the webpage. I only need small amounts as it will all be mixed together.
I see to it that a thank you letter from our post commander is sent to anyone who contributes to the project.
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12-08-2011, 14:50
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Buffalobob
I have a pair of "actually worn in combat jungle boots" if you want them for the display. They are pretty new and only worn for maybe two mission or so.
I have a better pair that was issued in RVN but never went outside the wire.
Both are too small for me now. Size 11s. |
Got boots and the helmet. We're working on getting a replica rifle now.
PS
Those boots , like any Nam militaria, can fetch you a tasty bit of cash on Ebay.
Just sayin' 
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12-09-2011, 07:43
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Utah Bob
Any contributions from the European/North African Theater will be great. My address is on the webpage. I only need small amounts as it will all be mixed together.
I see to it that a thank you letter from our post commander is sent to anyone who contributes to the project.
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It will be in the mail in the morning
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12-09-2011, 09:06
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Utah Bob
Any contributions from the European/North African Theater will be great. My address is on the webpage. I only need small amounts as it will all be mixed together.
I see to it that a thank you letter from our post commander is sent to anyone who contributes to the project.
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Roger that Sir. I wont be on base before nest Tuesday but I'll make sure I have the package ready by then. There are a couple of WWII German pillboxes in an (now) orange grove located less than 2 miles from NAS 1 base, along SS192. I'll pick the dirt from there. Unfortunately the deadline for deliveries before Christmas has expired, but you'll sure have a package from Sicily ASAP.
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12-10-2011, 06:18
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Originally Posted by Sierra Lima
Roger that Sir. I wont be on base before nest Tuesday but I'll make sure I have the package ready by then. There are a couple of WWII German pillboxes in an (now) orange grove located less than 2 miles from NAS 1 base, along SS192. I'll pick the dirt from there. Unfortunately the deadline for deliveries before Christmas has expired, but you'll sure have a package from Sicily ASAP.
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No rush. I'm looking at this as a good winter project that will pass the time on frigid days. I really appreciate the effort.
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12-10-2011, 09:19
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Ok. I'll also try and fix the GPS coordinates so, if it pleases you, you can google them onto a map and use the photo feature to have a glance at where I grabbed it from .
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12-10-2011, 09:56
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Do not be surprised if Customs busts this package.
Last time I travelled, unsterilized dirt was on the prohibited list of agricultural products.
TR
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12-10-2011, 12:05
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Ouch, that barment doe not come in handy...
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12-10-2011, 15:39
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Quote:
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Do not be surprised if Customs busts this package.
Last time I travelled, unsterilized dirt was on the prohibited list of agricultural products.
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Well that sucks.
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