FReeper Canteen ~ Part III: War in Ancient India ~ July 27, 2004

A Tribute to Hinduism ^ | July 27, 2004 | LaDivaLoca

[StarCMC]

Thank you Diva for the thread!! Been missing you in the Canteen!! HUGS!!!

[tomkow6]

0432 St Celestine I ends his reign as Catholic Pope

[StarCMC]

Woo-hoo TRussell!! That is GREAT NEWS!!

**jumping up and down clapping my hands for you!!**

[StarCMC]

Hey Seven! LAst evening we flipped by the OReilley Factor for a minute. He had Dick Morris and some other nutjob on there. The other guy was saying that Moore would NOT be on stage at the convention because after all, he wasn't "even sure he's a Democrat!" I almost choked on my sandwich!!!

[StarCMC]

I'm sure glad there are people out there like him who can handle that sh!t.

ROFLOL!! Tell us how you really feel Beach!! And good morning by the way!!

[StarCMC]

Good morning armyboy - good to see ya today!!

[StarCMC]

BERG, KILE DAG
Name: Kile Dag Berg
Rank/Branch: O3/United States Air Force, pilot
Unit:
Date of Birth: 10 March 1939
Home City of Record: Seattle WA
Date of Loss: 27 July 1965
Country of Loss: North Vietnam
Loss Coordinates: 211200N 1051800E
Status (in 1973): Returnee
Category:
Aircraft/Vehicle/Ground: F105
Missions: 20 Laos, 27 Vietnam
Other Personnel in Incident: none
Source: Compiled by P.O.W. NETWORK March 1997 from one or more of the
following: raw data from U.S. Government agency sources, correspondence with
POW/MIA families, published sources, personal interviews.
REMARKS: 021273 RELEASED BY DRV
SOURCE: WE CAME HOME copyright 1977
Captain and Mrs. Frederic A Wyatt (USNR Ret), Barbara Powers Wyatt, Editor
P.O.W. Publications, 10250 Moorpark St., Toluca Lake, CA 91602
Text is reproduced as found in the original publication (including date and
spelling errors).
KILE D. BERG
Major - United States Air Force
Shot Down: July 27, 1965
Released: February 12, 1973
After completing the normal training courses for Aviation Cadets at Mariana,
Florida and Greenville, Mississippi, I attended Gunnery School at Lule AFB,
Arizona and Nellis AFB, Nevada. I then had a four year assignment to
Spangdahlem Air Base in Germany where I flew the F-lOOD for a short time.
Later, I flew the F-105D. While in Germany I completed Squadron Officer's
School via a correspondence course. On 22 February I was reassigned to
McConnell AFB, Kansas. I arrived there 27 March 1965. On 6 April 1965 I went
temporary active duty to Takhli Air Base, Thailand. As I recall, I flew about
twenty sorties in Laos and twenty-seven in Vietnam. At 1400 hours on 27 July
1965, I was shot down.

At this point, having dropped many night courses because of temporary active
duties, I had about one year of college, so I am now awaiting orders to the
University of Washington when, in three years time, I wish to get both a
Bachelor's in Accounting and a Master's in Management.

On 3 October 1960 married Elizabeth Ann. We have two boys, Kim and Kelly,
born 1961 and 1963. Ann filed for divorce upon my release. I have now
bought a nice home on Mercer Island in Washington and am enjoying the art of
re-modeling and furnishing.

The past has died, let it die. The present lives, enjoy it. The future is
unknown, don't anticipate it.

Kile Berg retired from the United States Air Force as a Lt. Col. He and his
wife Mary previously resided in Washington.

[StarCMC]

	*WILSON, RICHARD G. Rank and organization: Private First Class, U.S. Army, Co. 1, Medical Company, 187th Airborne Infantry Regiment. Place and date: Opari, Korea, 21 October 1950. Entered service at: Cape Girardeau Mo. Born: 19 August 1931, Marion, Ill. G.O. No.: 64, 2 August 1951. Citation: Pfc. Wilson distinguished himself by conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity above and beyond the call of duty in action. As medical aid man attached to Company I, he accompanied the unit during a reconnaissance in force through the hilly country near Opari. The main body of the company was passing through a narrow valley flanked on 3 sides by high hills when the enemy laid down a barrage of mortar, automatic-weapons and small-arms fire. The company suffered a large number of casualties from the intense hostile fire while fighting its way out of the ambush. Pfc. Wilson proceeded at once to move among the wounded and administered aid to them oblivious of the danger to himself, constantly exposing himself to hostile fire. The company commander ordered a withdrawal as the enemy threatened to encircle and isolate the company. As his unit withdrew Private Wilson assisted wounded men to safety and assured himself that none were left behind. After the company had pulled back he learned that a comrade previously thought dead had been seen to be moving and attempting to crawl to safety. Despite the protests of his comrades, unarmed and facing a merciless enemy, Pfc. Wilson returned to the dangerous position in search of his comrade. Two days later a patrol found him lying beside the man he returned to aid. He had been shot several times while trying to shield and administer aid to the wounded man. Pfc. Wilson's superb personal bravery, consummate courage and willing self-sacrifice for his comrades reflect untold glory upon himself and uphold the esteemed traditions of the military service.   *WINDRICH, WILLIAM G. Rank and organization: Staff Sergeant, U.S. Marine Corps, Company I, 3d Battalion, 5th Marines, 1st Marine Division (Rein.). Place and date: Vicinity of Yudam-ni, Korea, 1 December 1950. Entered service at: Hammond, Ind. Born: 14 May 1921, Chicago, Ill. Citation: For conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty as a platoon sergeant of Company I, in action against enemy aggressor forces the night of 1 December 1950. Promptly organizing a squad of men when the enemy launched a sudden, vicious counterattack against the forward elements of his company's position, rendering it untenable, S/Sgt. Windrich, armed with a carbine, spearheaded the assault to the top of the knoll immediately confronting the overwhelming forces and, under shattering hostile automatic-weapons, mortar, and grenade fire, directed effective fire to hold back the attackers and cover the withdrawal of our troops to commanding ground. With 7 of his men struck down during the furious action and himself wounded in the head by a bursting grenade, he made his way to his company's position and, organizing a small group of volunteers, returned with them to evacuate the wounded and dying from the frozen hillside, staunchly refusing medical attention himself. Immediately redeploying the remainder of his troops, S/Sgt. Windrich placed them on the left flank of the defensive sector before the enemy again attacked in force. Wounded in the leg during the bitter fight that followed, he bravely fought on with his men, shouting words of encouragement and directing their fire until the attack was repelled. Refusing evacuation although unable to stand, he still continued to direct his platoon in setting up defensive positions until weakened by the bitter cold, excessive loss of blood, and severe pain, he lapsed into unconsciousness and died. His valiant leadership, fortitude, and courageous fighting spirit against tremendous odds served to inspire others to heroic endeavor in holding the objective and reflect the highest credit upon S/Sgt. Windrich and the U.S. Naval Service. He gallantly gave his life for his country. If there be any glory in war, let it rest on the shoulders of men like these" -- Audie Murphy Thank you to all the military heroes, past and present, who have given me my freedoms.  You are my heroes and I pray for God's blessings on you today.  You will not be forgotten. * indicates the Medal of Honor was awarded posthumously

Graphics and information from the Medal of Honor website.

[StarCMC]

Good morning Tom!! :o)

[tomkow6]

Hi, Star!

[beachn4fun]

Goooooooooooooood Morning USVet. See you in a little while.

[StarCMC]

This lady is HOT "in Country music right now - gotta get some of her music to post!!

[trussell]

Morning Star!! Big hugs to you!

How is baby, and the family?

[beachn4fun]

WHAT? LOL ...... I am known for speaking my mind!


Good morning to you. How are you feeling these days. How is our newest "member-in-the-making" doing?

[E.G.C.]

((HUGS))Morning, Star. How's it going?

[tomkow6]

You want my "minds" to speak?

[tomkow6]

How are you doing? I am curious.........

[tomkow6]

MINE!

[tomkow6]

MINE!

[tomkow6]

MINE!