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6 May 19698218 Reads
![]() ![]() Six perimeter bunkers were overrun, one of the medium howitzers was captured, and the enemy threatened to slice through the center of the base. Note: by Tom Lane
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As the air assets came online my job was to coordinate between the pilots, the S-3 and the C Co. and E Co. commanders and then direct the aircraft. It was not unlike being an air traffic controller without the benefit of radar. I had to keep a mental picture of the airspace above and around the LZ and communicate with the aircraft and the company commanders. I recall more than one instance of having to quickly shift a Spooky or lightship out of the LZ area so that an inbound fighter-bomber flight could make its passes. An intense experience for all of us who were there that night.
One small addition: HHC was also awarded the Valorous Unit Award for its actions that night.
Ken Zeller
Louisville, KY
Thanks to all who served there that night, and thank you Tom
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