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Posted on Jan 17, 2019
Trial by Fire – A Helicopter Pilot During the Vietnam War (Guest Blog)
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John Podlaski
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My friend, Capt. Tomy Pienta, relived that fateful day for me so I could share it with others. Chopper crews in Vietnam were held in the highest regard by infantry soldiers, considered fearless with nerves of steel. Here's one man's story.
Trial by Fire – A Helicopter Pilot During the Vietnam War (Guest Blog)
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Excellent share, thank you.
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Thanks for a great story about some of our many great heroes in Vietnam.
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Great share.
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