I will never forget June 22nd, 1973. I can close my eyes and see the day, smell the air and feel the sweat trickling down my back at 6:00 AM. Major Herring had us check each other’s backpacks to insure they were full and secure. Our rifle and ammunition were fixed firmly into place. Our platoon was ready to face the 26 miles of rugged, unknown hilly terrain and 96 degree/85% humidity weather that lay ahead of us. There would … Continue reading Suffering