THERE IS NO GREATER HONOR-MEMORIAL DAY 2017
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THERE IS NO GREATER HONOR-MEMORIAL DAY 2017
I had the honor of driving him in my 1944 MB.
My other VIP Parade Passenger CMSgt John Nelligan, ME Ang Retired. John was the "go to" guy at the ANG, had 28 years and put in some time at the Guard Bureau in DC.
My 1944 MB, a VIP magnet.
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2011 MVPA PIONEER AWARD - MVPA #1064
HONOR GRAD-WHEELED VEHICLE MECHANIC SCHOOL 1960 - US ARMY ORDNANCE SCHOOL(MACHINIST) ABERDEEN PG 1962 - O-1 BIRD DOG CREWCHIEF - 300,000+TROUBLE FREE M-38A1 MILES
LIFE MEMBER AM LEGION-40/8-DAV
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COL. BRUNO BROOKS (ARMY MOTORS) IS MY HERO
HONOR GRAD-WHEELED VEHICLE MECHANIC SCHOOL 1960 - US ARMY ORDNANCE SCHOOL(MACHINIST) ABERDEEN PG 1962 - O-1 BIRD DOG CREWCHIEF - 300,000+TROUBLE FREE M-38A1 MILES
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COL. BRUNO BROOKS (ARMY MOTORS) IS MY HERO
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Re: THERE IS NO GREATER HONOR-MEMORIAL DAY 2017
The jeep looks fantastic Ben, good to see " REAL HEROES" enjoying the occasion , and now i know what you look like.
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Thanks "Ben" for your devotion to our countries veterans. This is what it is all about!
Job Well Done
Kevin Lockwood
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Job Well Done
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Re: THERE IS NO GREATER HONOR-MEMORIAL DAY 2017
Nothing like that going on here, so I drove my Jeep through the own I live in yesterday. Got lots of waves and thumbs up!
Owner, 1944 Willys MB #366014
Former US Army Captain and REMF
Former US Army Captain and REMF
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I would like to reflect on this Memorial Day a previous post about VJ Day.
"I was in my grandfathers 41 Chevrolet Panel Truck headed home from visiting neighbors on the very road I am typing this post from. It was mid day and people were standing on lawns and front yards yelling "The War is Over!" Within weeks the local scene was young veterans carrying duffle bags and Airmen wearing sunglasses with B-4 Bags getting out of taxi cabs or walking up city streets to hugs and kisses at their destinations. I can remember as if it were yesterday. An Army Ranger, Sailor, and two Airmen came to my door within weeks."
Not many from this group are left, but I will always remember them.
"I was in my grandfathers 41 Chevrolet Panel Truck headed home from visiting neighbors on the very road I am typing this post from. It was mid day and people were standing on lawns and front yards yelling "The War is Over!" Within weeks the local scene was young veterans carrying duffle bags and Airmen wearing sunglasses with B-4 Bags getting out of taxi cabs or walking up city streets to hugs and kisses at their destinations. I can remember as if it were yesterday. An Army Ranger, Sailor, and two Airmen came to my door within weeks."
Not many from this group are left, but I will always remember them.
2011 MVPA PIONEER AWARD - MVPA #1064
HONOR GRAD-WHEELED VEHICLE MECHANIC SCHOOL 1960 - US ARMY ORDNANCE SCHOOL(MACHINIST) ABERDEEN PG 1962 - O-1 BIRD DOG CREWCHIEF - 300,000+TROUBLE FREE M-38A1 MILES
LIFE MEMBER AM LEGION-40/8-DAV
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COL. BRUNO BROOKS (ARMY MOTORS) IS MY HERO
HONOR GRAD-WHEELED VEHICLE MECHANIC SCHOOL 1960 - US ARMY ORDNANCE SCHOOL(MACHINIST) ABERDEEN PG 1962 - O-1 BIRD DOG CREWCHIEF - 300,000+TROUBLE FREE M-38A1 MILES
LIFE MEMBER AM LEGION-40/8-DAV
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COL. BRUNO BROOKS (ARMY MOTORS) IS MY HERO
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Ben, are the B4 kitbags those large bags with one strap, with a fastener through the eyelets at the top, ? Im after one.
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B-4 Bags were issued to U.S. Army Air Force Flight Crew. Were like an oversize suitcase, with a large center compartment and two zipper outside compartments. I have one issued to a 317th Troop Carrier Group Radio Operator who flew combat.
2011 MVPA PIONEER AWARD - MVPA #1064
HONOR GRAD-WHEELED VEHICLE MECHANIC SCHOOL 1960 - US ARMY ORDNANCE SCHOOL(MACHINIST) ABERDEEN PG 1962 - O-1 BIRD DOG CREWCHIEF - 300,000+TROUBLE FREE M-38A1 MILES
LIFE MEMBER AM LEGION-40/8-DAV
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COL. BRUNO BROOKS (ARMY MOTORS) IS MY HERO
HONOR GRAD-WHEELED VEHICLE MECHANIC SCHOOL 1960 - US ARMY ORDNANCE SCHOOL(MACHINIST) ABERDEEN PG 1962 - O-1 BIRD DOG CREWCHIEF - 300,000+TROUBLE FREE M-38A1 MILES
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Beautiful jeep Joel. Looks great. Below is my jeep. Still needing some finishing touches to complete a Military police jeep.
Dino
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1943 GPW 102310 DOD 3-3-43
1928 Model A Roadster Pickup
1930 Model A Tudor
1968 Taco Minibike
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1943 GPW 102310 DOD 3-3-43
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1930 Model A Tudor
1968 Taco Minibike
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Great looking jeep Dino.
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Jeeps are like puppy dogs, aren't they?
2011 MVPA PIONEER AWARD - MVPA #1064
HONOR GRAD-WHEELED VEHICLE MECHANIC SCHOOL 1960 - US ARMY ORDNANCE SCHOOL(MACHINIST) ABERDEEN PG 1962 - O-1 BIRD DOG CREWCHIEF - 300,000+TROUBLE FREE M-38A1 MILES
LIFE MEMBER AM LEGION-40/8-DAV
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COL. BRUNO BROOKS (ARMY MOTORS) IS MY HERO
HONOR GRAD-WHEELED VEHICLE MECHANIC SCHOOL 1960 - US ARMY ORDNANCE SCHOOL(MACHINIST) ABERDEEN PG 1962 - O-1 BIRD DOG CREWCHIEF - 300,000+TROUBLE FREE M-38A1 MILES
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Re: THERE IS NO GREATER HONOR-MEMORIAL DAY 2017
Sad thing is when I went to American Legion last nite, a few senior members mentioned that they thought of calling me for a ride in the parade, but did not. I would have added the M-38A1 had they called..
2011 MVPA PIONEER AWARD - MVPA #1064
HONOR GRAD-WHEELED VEHICLE MECHANIC SCHOOL 1960 - US ARMY ORDNANCE SCHOOL(MACHINIST) ABERDEEN PG 1962 - O-1 BIRD DOG CREWCHIEF - 300,000+TROUBLE FREE M-38A1 MILES
LIFE MEMBER AM LEGION-40/8-DAV
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COL. BRUNO BROOKS (ARMY MOTORS) IS MY HERO
HONOR GRAD-WHEELED VEHICLE MECHANIC SCHOOL 1960 - US ARMY ORDNANCE SCHOOL(MACHINIST) ABERDEEN PG 1962 - O-1 BIRD DOG CREWCHIEF - 300,000+TROUBLE FREE M-38A1 MILES
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Re: THERE IS NO GREATER HONOR-MEMORIAL DAY 2017
Joel...there is always next year, God willing and hope the creek don't riseBen Dover wrote:Sad thing is when I went to American Legion last nite, a few senior members mentioned that they thought of calling me for a ride in the parade, but did not. I would have added the M-38A1 had they called..
Thanks Marc on the compliment.
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MEMORIAL DAY 2018
Hopefully Mr, Cross will be available this year. Also have a couple USAF types to ride in the Jeeps, one served in SAC 1950-1970 when Loring AFB had B-36 and B-52's and was recognized by General Lemay during an inspection who snubbed the M/SGT's C.O. by telling him "I asked the SGT, let him finish answering the question".
Hopefully Mr, Cross will be available this year. Also have a couple USAF types to ride in the Jeeps, one served in SAC 1950-1970 when Loring AFB had B-36 and B-52's and was recognized by General Lemay during an inspection who snubbed the M/SGT's C.O. by telling him "I asked the SGT, let him finish answering the question".
2011 MVPA PIONEER AWARD - MVPA #1064
HONOR GRAD-WHEELED VEHICLE MECHANIC SCHOOL 1960 - US ARMY ORDNANCE SCHOOL(MACHINIST) ABERDEEN PG 1962 - O-1 BIRD DOG CREWCHIEF - 300,000+TROUBLE FREE M-38A1 MILES
LIFE MEMBER AM LEGION-40/8-DAV
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COL. BRUNO BROOKS (ARMY MOTORS) IS MY HERO
HONOR GRAD-WHEELED VEHICLE MECHANIC SCHOOL 1960 - US ARMY ORDNANCE SCHOOL(MACHINIST) ABERDEEN PG 1962 - O-1 BIRD DOG CREWCHIEF - 300,000+TROUBLE FREE M-38A1 MILES
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COL. BRUNO BROOKS (ARMY MOTORS) IS MY HERO
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Mr Cross recently passed away at age 103.
2011 MVPA PIONEER AWARD - MVPA #1064
HONOR GRAD-WHEELED VEHICLE MECHANIC SCHOOL 1960 - US ARMY ORDNANCE SCHOOL(MACHINIST) ABERDEEN PG 1962 - O-1 BIRD DOG CREWCHIEF - 300,000+TROUBLE FREE M-38A1 MILES
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COL. BRUNO BROOKS (ARMY MOTORS) IS MY HERO
HONOR GRAD-WHEELED VEHICLE MECHANIC SCHOOL 1960 - US ARMY ORDNANCE SCHOOL(MACHINIST) ABERDEEN PG 1962 - O-1 BIRD DOG CREWCHIEF - 300,000+TROUBLE FREE M-38A1 MILES
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COL. BRUNO BROOKS (ARMY MOTORS) IS MY HERO
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