I keep that information for years. At least 10, maybe 15 years, possible longer I don't really recall. During that time more information was made public about the war. I learned of the disparity between what I knew when I was there (Viet Nam) and what was happening here (US) during that time. I was not a happy camper. One day while going thru my personal papers I came across that Lat./Long. note. I destroyed it not wanting any reminder of that time or location. It felt good at the time, but now I have some regret I did not keep it. The memories are still with me today and I believe the destruction years ago would ease the pain. Silly me.
Don't think for a minute I would not volunteer again. That the service I was in and the persons I serviced with I still hold in highest regard. I serviced my country, received an education and had a template of meaning and structure overlaid on my life that was lacking as a person of 18 years that only the military can accomplish.
My issues were with L. Johnson and R. McNamara and their activities and decisions we lived with at the time. Obama is of the same cut of fabric as those two.
I love my country today as much as every, warts and all.
GOD bless America
Mike Crain