The Way We Were
Great White Hunters, L-R: Fleshman, Klingeman, LeGrand, Wilhiite
17th Field Artillery Regiment
"in Time of Peace, Prepare for War"
NOW
Mike served with B Battery, 2nd BN / 17th Field Artillery Regiment at LZ Schueller near Camp Radcliff on HWY 19 in the Central Highlands from Jan 69 - Feb 70. Battery B provided fire support to many operation during this period, including "Operation Stingray in March of 69
Mike at the LZ "Welcome" sign
Gary Hutchison Memorial Chapter 1028
Mike next to the fastest Gun in the Battery: the Number One of the 105mm Howitzers at the LZ.
Vietnam Veterans of America
THEN
Mike Klingeman
Mike with one of the 105mm artillery rounds.
MIke roasting marshmallows at the LZ picnic.
Mike with one of the hardworking Mamasans