Long Time Gone
Never Did The Atkins
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This Thursday will mark the beginning of the third week that my brother has not had to spend in a war zone. He spent the last year with the 101st in Iraq, mostly in Tikrit, as a UH-60 Crew Chief, and had at least 2 close calls in which he should not have returned. One of these invlolved the downing of the Blackhawk with the top JAG Army officer on board.
I just want to thank the crews at DAL who took him over there, but most importantly, brought him back home safely. From what I understand, these crews operate on a voluntary basis (yes, they get paid), which I think is great. If ever given the opportunity to do so, I'd volunteer in a heartbeat.
General and FDJ2, if you know anyone who has done this, tell them that they are appreciated.
BTW, FDJ2, welcome back.
LTG
I just want to thank the crews at DAL who took him over there, but most importantly, brought him back home safely. From what I understand, these crews operate on a voluntary basis (yes, they get paid), which I think is great. If ever given the opportunity to do so, I'd volunteer in a heartbeat.
General and FDJ2, if you know anyone who has done this, tell them that they are appreciated.
BTW, FDJ2, welcome back.
LTG
