[ZonieDiver]

Originally Posted by alright4u

I was on the same fictional A team as the Col during the SFOC in 67. He was a Ranger tab CPT, the XO and our CO was a new Maj. named Smalley. The CPT then was the man I followed in the bush on raids and ambushes, plus our final field exercise prior to graduation. I recall the Col. grabbing me as his E&E partner. Hell, he probably thought I needed his help. He was damn good as he had us laying low and far from roads, barns and anything

during the day. We moved at night when it was cold and raining. He told me the damn enemy will be hunkering down during a monsoon rain trying to keep their equipment and self dry. I never forgot what he said. He helped me make it through SOG in areas with bad guys and nasty weather. The Col, told me back in 67 to move during bad weather.

Sadly, I do not recall the unit he was in on his first tour. He damn sure was competent in the bush. He went to the 5th in Feb/March of 68, I think.

Great story, alright4u! Thanks for sharing. I fear they don't make 'em like the Colonel in sufficient quantities anymore.

Rest In Peace, Sir.