I didn’t serve during war time, as it were, (Grenada, Beruit, et al) but yeah, I’m gonna rib the “feck” outta you. You have no feckin’ clue as to what a scout/observer is....here is a feckin’ clue...it ain’t in the rear with the gear...it ain’t with FDC...it’s the snake eating, hitchhiking sorry SOB saddled with 2 L/Cpl’s, a PFC, 2 pairs of binoculars, 2 PRC-77s, usually a Cpl scout/sniper, with L/Cpl spotter in tow, ALICE packs full of C-Rats, prick batteries, and a poncho liner to catch a nap. I have no idea of what makes you think an 0861 is FDC. I’m the bastard that calls FDC, and prays to God that YOU bastards on the line understand the words “DANGER CLOSE”. Are ya followin’ me?
That said, I hold my ‘Nam Vets in high esteem...they taught me my trade, and I personally thank YOU!
Semper Fi, Brother!