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Born, raised, and retired in Tacoma, WA. Still live in the same house dad bought 70+ years ago with his GI Bill after WW II and the Korean War. 80% service-connected disability.
Military Experiences
Jan 1974 - Feb 1975
Armor Crewman
Driver of platoon leader's M-551 Sheridan. Patrolled the West German border with Czechoslovakia. Involved in a huge explosion 07/25/74 in Inzendorf, Germany. Recommended for the Soldier's Medal by my platoon leader 1LT Andrew Stilley for saving SSG Warren Brow's life when he was on fire. No witnesses, so didn't get the medal. ETS'd while on the border at Camp Pitman.
Oct 1973 - Jan 1974
Duty soldier
Duty soldier at a Hawk missile battery. AWOL twice. Roommate was the biggest heroin junkie in Europe and company clerk was Perry Watkins of "don't ask, don't tell" fame. Google his name!!!
Sep 1973 - Oct 1973
Duty soldier
Hard labor details while in custody. No charges filed.
Mar 1973 - Aug 1973
Senior patrolman
Best duty station. Too much fun and got in a lot of trouble.
Deployments
(2 years, 8 months)Military Credentials
Individual & Special Skill Schools
Jul 1972 - Aug 1972
MP-OJT 95B10
May 1972 - Jun 1972
M-551 Sheridan Crewman 11E10R8
Mar 1972 - May 1972
M-60 Patton Armor Crewman 11E10
Security Clearance
None / Expired
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