USAF Brat 1957-58 Komaki Air Base, Japan, 1958-62 Glasgow AFB, MT, Misawa Air Base, Japan 1962-66, Lockbourne AFB, Columbus, OH 1966-68, Yokota Air Base, Japan 1968-72.
Active Duty Air Force Dentist: Misawa Air Base Japan 1982-84, McGuire AFB, NJ 1984-85, Yokota Air Base, Japan 1998-02, Shaw AFB, SC Jun02-Present.
USAF Retired SMSgt - Jul 1976 to Aug 1999 as a Supply and Intel NCO Two stateside tours - Eglin AFB, FL and the Pentagon Five overseas - Tunisia, Germany, Chad, Zaire, and Brazil
Still serving today as a Dept. of the Army Civilian in Brazil
God bless all of our Brothers and Sisters in arms, and their families.
22 years Navy (not counting 4 years at Annapolis) and still at it. It's getting pretty old though. Would retire next year, but the economy sucks so bad...who knows...
USAF Dec77 to Dec81 - Secure Communications Technician: 1Yr Lackland AFB, San Antonio (Basic + Tech school) 2Yrs Norton AFB, San Bernadino, CA 1Yr Incirlik AB, Turkey
I didn't see any combat during my 4 yr hitch (Jimmy Carter Era) but I did get to see the Iranian hostages fly over Incirlik on their way home after 444 days in captivity.
USAF 1963-1967 Active, 2 years inactive. Malmstrom AFB, Montana after training Ballistic Missile Analyst Specialist Minuteman ICBM MIssile Installed Nuclear Warheads and Guidance and Control Packages.
USAF 1971 - 1991. Rescue helicopter pilot (instructor pilot and flight examiner) and T-37/T-38 instructor pilot instructing US and foreign students including the Crown Prince of Iran. Served in SCA, MAC, HQ ATC and the last 6 years in various Pentagon jobs at HQ USAF and DoD. Following my wife's second kidney transplant I turned down a promotion to Colonel and retired to serve my wife who needed me more than the USAF.
USAF jun 1967 - jun 1971 SSGT USAR Natl Guard 3 year Army Reserve May 1989 - Jan 1990 Jan 1990 - still serving SFC (army recruiter) 3 years and 3 months unitll retirement
Pat Vetter,Mercury Dime registry set,1938 Proof set registry,Pat & BJ Coins:724-325-7211
I got drafted 32 years ago on June 3, 1970..... Figure I only have 8 more years and I'm done!!!! .... Funny thing is, the "all volunteer" Army has "STOP LOSS" on now and I couldn't get out even if I wanted to leave!!!!
"You keep your 1804 dollar and 1822 half eagle -- give me rainbow roosies in MS68." rainbowroosie April 1, 2003
WOW, when I started this thread I never would have thought we had such a diversity of military backgrounds and experience in this forum. To one and all who participated, and have spent time in the service of our country, my family and I give our heartfelt thanks!
You guys can say what you like, but my hat's off to all the boomers in here...to me, there's got to be more to life than periscope leave. Besides, I like to sleep with the window open
100th pint of blood donated 7/19/2022 . Transactions with WilliamF, Relaxn, LukeMarshal, jclovescoins, braddick, JWP, Weather11am, Fairlaneman, Dscoins, lordmarcovan, Collectorcoins, SurfinxHI, JimW. God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten son, that who so believeth in him should not perish but have everlasting life.
We are the ones who made it back home.
MSgt, USAF, Retired
1970 - 1992
Spending the day remembering those who never made it home again.
Prayers for them and their families on this special day of remembrance.
I have to amend the answer I gave in 2002. Back then I added to my answer...
"A big thank you to all you guys (and gals) for the sacrifices you made for me, my children and my grandchildren."
The answer now is my children, grandchildren (15) and great grandchildren (10). Much more to be thankful for given all of those that made the ultimate sacrifice over the last 24 years.
The longer I live the more convincing proofs I see of this truth, that God governs in the affairs of men. And if a sparrow cannot fall to the ground without His notice is it possible for an empire to rise without His aid? Benjamin Franklin
I served ... USN, 1983-1989
AT2 "Mad Man"
Mostly F/A-18 Hornets out of Lemoore, CA, but my last tour was on "Dodge" maintaining Cryptographic radio's when the Berlin Wall came down
.
My oldest Son served, my Dad and his Brother served, and my Brother served.
Thankfully we all came home.
Today I remember those who did not.
“We are only their care-takers,” he posed, “if we take good care of them, then centuries from now they may still be here … ”
1985 - 2005 MSgt Ret USAF
5-years aircraft crew chief, E-4B
15-years Contacting Officer
.
Today is to honor my great uncle and my 5 uncle's for their military service. May they all rest in peace.
The whole worlds off its rocker, buy Gold™.
BOOMIN!™
Wooooha! Did someone just say it's officially "TACO™" Tuesday????
Retiring at 55, what day is today?
I don't feel like this gets said enough, but I have immense respect for all veterans of every branch. Regardless of politics, background, or era served, choosing to dedicate part of your life to military service takes immense levels of sacrifice. Many gave up time with family, opportunities, comfort, and in some cases their physical or mental well being in service to something bigger than themselves. So, to all veterans: thank you for your service, and God bless.
Proud follower of Christ! I love the USA! Land of the Bright and Beautiful! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
I’m too young to join the military being only 15 and all, but my father has served in the US Army National Guard for 6 years, 2000 to 2006 then served in active duty another 20 years, retiring this August. He’s fought in both Iraq and Afghanistan!
"Another day, another Collectors Universe forum scrolling session."
- Someone, probably
Army, 1966-1968. Medic served at brook army hospital (fort sam houston), Darnell army hospital (Fort Hood), last year with 13th armored btn, First AD at Fort Hood. Priceless experience.
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USMC Active Duty - 1979-1983 and 1985-1991 - Desert Sheild/Desert Storm plus many other events/places.
I post this in memory of my uncle, a WWII USMC Vet who fought and survived the battles of - Iwo Jima - Saipan - Okinawa
Semper Fi my friend.
USMC, 1978-1994 MCAS El Toro: A-6E, OA-4M, F/A-18D, C-12, FAC w/3rd Btn 5th Marines in Pendleton (1986-1987).
Son: USMC, 2020-2024 - 29 Palms, 81s.
Father: (WWII, Germany) Glider Pilot in the HJ 1941-1944; Waffen-SS Panser Division, 1944-1945, Battle of the Bulge, POW 1945-1947, escaped.
Grandfather: (WWII, Germany) Oberst in SA/SS, KIA 1945 near Vienna.
My father started off as an Army Tech. Sgt. during WWII... after that conflict, he went into the trades (electrical) but then went to Korea, and subsequently, came back into the service as a Marine for Vietnam... he stayed with the USMC for over 20 years and retired the year after I graduated from Camp Lejeune High School in 1978.
I took 2 years of a NROTC scholarship and was "active " for a couple of summers, but I never accepted my commission. I was stationed at Charleston, SC and Jacksonville, FL '78 - 80.
My thanks and deep gratitude to those that served... I learned valuable lessons in Professionalism during my time as a military dependent and my brief time in.
Collecting: Dansco 7070; Middle Date Large Cents (VF-AU); Box of 20;
My dad was a B-24 Bomber pilot in Lecce, Italy during WWII. All 5 of my uncles were USAF, my brother USAF VietNam, I was 6 yrs USAF 68-74 EW Rpmn F-4 C,D&E models at 5 different bases in Germany.
Thanks to all my band of brothers past and living.
My wifes father was in WWII, Korea(pow) and Viet Nam(pow). Have never seen so many medals.
Jim
When a man who is honestly mistaken hears the truth, he will either quit being mistaken or cease to be honest....Abraham Lincoln
Patriotism is supporting your country all the time, and your government when it deserves it.....Mark Twain
USN 1971 - 1984 served on USS America, USS Ranger, & USS Nimitz. I was assigned to an A6 Intruder squadron (VA35) and was a AQ1 - Aviation Fire Control Technician. I served in the USAF from 1984 -1993 and retired as an 03-E Captain. I was assigned to USAF Communication Squadrons in MS, SC, AR, and the UK.
USN & USAF retired 1971-1993
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@291fifth said:
Us Army, Military Police 1970-71. Overseas service at Kagnew Station, USASAFS, Asmara, Eritrea which was a part of Ethiopia at the time.
My Dad was an Army MP from early 1943 to very early 1946. Got to go to Japan on occupation duty. He had been scheduled to go to Japan the hard way in November of 1945, but the war ended a bit abruptly
Numismatist. 54 year member ANA. Former ANA Senior Authenticator. Winner of four ANA Heath Literary Awards; three Wayte and Olga Raymond Literary Awards; Numismatist of the Year Award 2009, and ANA Lifetime Achievement Award 2020. Also won the PNG's Robert Friedberg Award for "The Enigmatic Lincoln Cents of 1922," Available now from Whitman or Amazon.
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Active Duty Air Force Dentist: Misawa Air Base Japan 1982-84, McGuire AFB, NJ 1984-85, Yokota Air Base, Japan 1998-02, Shaw AFB, SC Jun02-Present.
Two stateside tours - Eglin AFB, FL and the Pentagon
Five overseas - Tunisia, Germany, Chad, Zaire, and Brazil
Still serving today as a Dept. of the Army Civilian in Brazil
God bless all of our Brothers and Sisters in arms, and their families.
Dave
Sleep well tonight for the 82nd Airborne Division is on point for the nation.
AIRBORNE!
1Yr Lackland AFB, San Antonio (Basic + Tech school)
2Yrs Norton AFB, San Bernadino, CA
1Yr Incirlik AB, Turkey
I didn't see any combat during my 4 yr hitch (Jimmy Carter Era) but I did get to see the Iranian hostages fly over Incirlik on their way home after 444 days in captivity.
Malmstrom AFB, Montana after training
Ballistic Missile Analyst Specialist
Minuteman ICBM MIssile
Installed Nuclear Warheads and Guidance and Control Packages.
roadrunner
USAR Natl Guard 3 year
Army Reserve May 1989 - Jan 1990
Jan 1990 - still serving SFC (army recruiter)
3 years and 3 months unitll retirement
rainbowroosie April 1, 2003
Ray
My Website
"Everything I have is for sale except for my wife and my dog....and I'm not sure about one of them."
Cheers,
Bob Todd USAF Ret
As for me,
UNITED STATES COAST GUARD (that's right) '82-'86
Why no other Coasties around here?!?
am
We are the ones who made it back home.
MSgt, USAF, Retired
1970 - 1992
Spending the day remembering those who never made it home again.
Prayers for them and their families on this special day of remembrance.
U.S.N. 1970-1974 BM2
Wayne
Kennedys are my quest...
Navy 1974-79
I have to amend the answer I gave in 2002. Back then I added to my answer...
"A big thank you to all you guys (and gals) for the sacrifices you made for me, my children and my grandchildren."
The answer now is my children, grandchildren (15) and great grandchildren (10). Much more to be thankful for given all of those that made the ultimate sacrifice over the last 24 years.
I didn’t serve, but two of my older brothers did (Dan in the Army, Steve in the Air Force Reserves). I salute all of you for your service. 🇺🇸
Thank you never seems like enough, but I’ll say it anyway. THANK YOU.
Dave
Us Army, Military Police 1970-71. Overseas service at Kagnew Station, USASAFS, Asmara, Eritrea which was a part of Ethiopia at the time.
US Army Infantry, 11B
2001-2004, 2007-08
Iraq X2
🇺🇸
Dead Cat Waltz Exonumia
"Coin collecting for outcasts..."
4 Years, US Air Force.
Wow, very old original post
I served ... USN, 1983-1989
AT2 "Mad Man"
Mostly F/A-18 Hornets out of Lemoore, CA, but my last tour was on "Dodge" maintaining Cryptographic radio's when the Berlin Wall came down
.
My oldest Son served, my Dad and his Brother served, and my Brother served.
Thankfully we all came home.
Today I remember those who did not.
“We are only their care-takers,” he posed, “if we take good care of them, then centuries from now they may still be here … ”
Todd - BHNC #242
My wife served 87-95 USAF.
I served 87-11 USAF. Loved every minute of it.
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1985 - 2005 MSgt Ret USAF
5-years aircraft crew chief, E-4B
15-years Contacting Officer
.
Today is to honor my great uncle and my 5 uncle's for their military service. May they all rest in peace.
USAF (Ret.) 1985 - 2005. E-4B Aircraft Maint. Crew Chief and Contracting Officer.
✓ Everyman Mint State Carson City Morgan Dollars (1878 – 1893)
✓ Morgan Dollar GSA Hoard (1878 – 1891)
✓ Everyman Mint State Lincoln Cents (1909 – 1958)
✓ Matte Proof Toned Lincoln Cents (1909 – 1916)
Marine Barracks, Ft. Meade, MD
70-73 E-5
USMC 89-94, K-bay, Hi, Desert Storm, MCAS Tustin. SMPR! RGDS!!
The whole worlds off its rocker, buy Gold™.
BOOMIN!™
Wooooha! Did someone just say it's officially "TACO™" Tuesday????
Retiring at 55, what day is today?
I don't feel like this gets said enough, but I have immense respect for all veterans of every branch. Regardless of politics, background, or era served, choosing to dedicate part of your life to military service takes immense levels of sacrifice. Many gave up time with family, opportunities, comfort, and in some cases their physical or mental well being in service to something bigger than themselves. So, to all veterans: thank you for your service, and God bless.
Proud follower of Christ! I love the USA! Land of the Bright and Beautiful! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
1994-2000. Machine Gunner
I’m too young to join the military being only 15 and all, but my father has served in the US Army National Guard for 6 years, 2000 to 2006 then served in active duty another 20 years, retiring this August. He’s fought in both Iraq and Afghanistan!
"Another day, another Collectors Universe forum scrolling session."
- Someone, probably
Us Army 79 - 83, signal corp
Army, 1966-1968. Medic served at brook army hospital (fort sam houston), Darnell army hospital (Fort Hood), last year with 13th armored btn, First AD at Fort Hood. Priceless experience.
Many successful BST transactions with dozens of board members, references on request.
USMC Active Duty - 1979-1983 and 1985-1991 - Desert Sheild/Desert Storm plus many other events/places.
I post this in memory of my uncle, a WWII USMC Vet who fought and survived the battles of - Iwo Jima - Saipan - Okinawa
Semper Fi my friend.
USMC 1987-2002, US Army 2002-2018. Grandfather started the tradition, US Army 1943-1963, Dad US Army 1965-1972, Uncle, USMC 1968-1970.
US Army. Got out in '72 after 6 years. SP4.
2 years active and 4 reserve.
bob
USMC, 1978-1994 MCAS El Toro: A-6E, OA-4M, F/A-18D, C-12, FAC w/3rd Btn 5th Marines in Pendleton (1986-1987).
Son: USMC, 2020-2024 - 29 Palms, 81s.
Father: (WWII, Germany) Glider Pilot in the HJ 1941-1944; Waffen-SS Panser Division, 1944-1945, Battle of the Bulge, POW 1945-1947, escaped.
Grandfather: (WWII, Germany) Oberst in SA/SS, KIA 1945 near Vienna.
fka renman95, Sep 2005, 7,000 posts
My father started off as an Army Tech. Sgt. during WWII... after that conflict, he went into the trades (electrical) but then went to Korea, and subsequently, came back into the service as a Marine for Vietnam... he stayed with the USMC for over 20 years and retired the year after I graduated from Camp Lejeune High School in 1978.
I took 2 years of a NROTC scholarship and was "active " for a couple of summers, but I never accepted my commission. I was stationed at Charleston, SC and Jacksonville, FL '78 - 80.
My thanks and deep gratitude to those that served... I learned valuable lessons in Professionalism during my time as a military dependent and my brief time in.
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My dad was a B-24 Bomber pilot in Lecce, Italy during WWII. All 5 of my uncles were USAF, my brother USAF VietNam, I was 6 yrs USAF 68-74 EW Rpmn F-4 C,D&E models at 5 different bases in Germany.
Thanks to all my band of brothers past and living.
My wifes father was in WWII, Korea(pow) and Viet Nam(pow). Have never seen so many medals.
Jim
When a man who is honestly mistaken hears the truth, he will either quit being mistaken or cease to be honest....Abraham Lincoln
Patriotism is supporting your country all the time, and your government when it deserves it.....Mark Twain
@MAULUMALL said:
24 years later.
USMC
May 1973 - May 1976
USN 1971 - 1984 served on USS America, USS Ranger, & USS Nimitz. I was assigned to an A6 Intruder squadron (VA35) and was a AQ1 - Aviation Fire Control Technician. I served in the USAF from 1984 -1993 and retired as an 03-E Captain. I was assigned to USAF Communication Squadrons in MS, SC, AR, and the UK.
USN & USAF retired 1971-1993
Successful Transactions with more than 100 Members
US Army
1/75th Ranger Bn, 101st Airmobile, 1st, 2nd Infantry, 2nd Armored.
US Advisor El Salvador
113 sucessful parachute jumps.
Oldest Son 90% disabled Iraq war
My Dad was an Army MP from early 1943 to very early 1946. Got to go to Japan on occupation duty. He had been scheduled to go to Japan the hard way in November of 1945, but the war ended a bit abruptly