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Corporal William Thompson and the dangerous missions of the LRRPs
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Corporal William Thompson and the dangerous missions of the LRRPs

LRRP teams were typically comprised of small, highly trained groups of soldiers who would be inserted by helicopter or on foot into enemy territory. Their primary mission was to gather crucial intelligence on enemy movements, and supply routes.
The Last Mission of Captain Harry Whetzel
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The Last Mission of Captain Harry Whetzel

According to the eyewitness, the aircraft unexpectedly pitched nose-up and appeared to lose control. After this sudden and erratic movement, the helicopter nosedived towards the ground, where it crashed and immediately burst into flames.

"Silent Heroes: The Electric Warriors of Vietnam"
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"Silent Heroes: The Electric Warriors of Vietnam"

The 714th Power Distribution Company was a unit that operated during the Vietnam War. It was responsible for providing power distribution services to various military installations in the theater of operations.
"Frontline Witness: The Ernie Pyle Story"
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"Frontline Witness: The Ernie Pyle Story"

Ernie Pyle was a trailblazing American journalist whose profound impact on war reporting during World War II solidified his place in history.
The Only Waffen SS Soldier to be Buried in Arlington, Larry Thorne
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The Only Waffen SS Soldier to be Buried in Arlington, Larry Thorne

Thorne was laid to rest at Arlington National Cemetery on June 26, 2003, alongside the RVNAF casualties recovered from the crash site. His name is inscribed on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, Panel 02E, Line 126, commemorating his sacrifice.
Commander Janna "Sparky" Lambine, the first of many things for the Coast Guard
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Commander Janna "Sparky" Lambine, the first of many things for the Coast Guard

Janna's simple life philosophy: "Say what you mean and mean what you say, better yet, don't say much to begin with.

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