Author Archives: Roger Young

About Roger Young

Roger "Bear" Young served with the Silver Spurs as a Scout crew chief and Line Chief from Dec '69 through Nov '70. Upon his return to the "world" he served at Hunter AAF as a Cobra Periodic Inspection team leader. He founded the Spur website in Sept 1997.

Silver Spur 35, John Knox, Receives Distinguished Flying Cross on August 29th, 2024

Posted on August 29, 2024 by Roger Young

On August 29th, 2024, Silver Spur 35, John M. Knox was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for his actions during the 1968 Tet Offensive while serving with the Silver Spurs. Congratulations to John! You may read the program & citation … Continue reading →

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Charles Stutzman’s Passing, Silver Spur 13

Posted on May 21, 2024 by Roger Young

Dear fellow Spurs, My wife is friends with Charles’ wife Beverly and found the following on Facebook from their daughter Suzie Stutzman Pate.   I flew many Hunter/Killer missions with Charles and am deeply saddened by his passing. Clayton Marsh, Silver … Continue reading →

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Vietnam War 1965 : Camp Holloway Attack & Response : Operation Flaming Dart

Posted on May 4, 2024 by Roger Young

Camp Holloway as I remember it, including the building where I worked and our club, the Dragon Den. This attack took place in February and I arrived in July. My hooch had holes in the roof from mortar shrapnel. –  … Continue reading →

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Vietnam War Veterans Day 2024

Posted on March 28, 2024 by Roger Young

 

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‘Drafted! My Year In Vietnam’ by Spur 37, Morgan Miller

Posted on December 20, 2023 by Roger Young

News Flash March 7th 2024! Morgan’s book Drafted! – Finalist in the War & Military Category!! See: https://www.forewordreviews.com/awards/finalists/2023/war-and-military-2/ =================== We’re proud to announce that Spur 37, Morgan Miller’s book ‘Drafted! My Year in Vietnam’ is now available on Amazon, Linkedin & … Continue reading →

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Veterans Day 2023

Posted on November 7, 2023 by Roger Young

Pam and I wish all of our fellow military veterans a pleasant and safe Veterans Day. Thanks for your service to our nation!! This year marks the 30th Anniversary of the Vietnam Women’s Memorial at the Wall in D.C. Here’s … Continue reading →

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Flying the Freedom Birds: Flights Home

Posted on June 30, 2023 by Roger Young

Brought to my attention by Silver Spur President, John ‘Waldo’ Pepper:

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National Vietnam War Veterans Day – March 29th 2023

Posted on March 27, 2023 by Roger Young

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In The Beginning…

Posted on March 8, 2023 by Roger Young

In from our Silver Spur President, John ‘Waldo’ Pepper: ===============  

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Bottoms Out!

Posted on March 3, 2023 by Roger Young

This story about A Troop was in the January/February 2023 issue of the VHPA Aviator.   Spur 3, Chuck Oualline      

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Merry Christmas by Pam & Roger

Posted on December 18, 2022 by Roger Young

We wish all our Silver Spur family & Friends a very Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!

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Huey Helicopters UH-1 – Compilation of genuine Vietnam War color footage

Posted on December 5, 2022 by Roger Young

Brought to my attention by Silver Spur President, Waldo Pepper:

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Veterans Day Tribute

Posted on November 12, 2022 by Roger Young

Every year on this day, I think about my flight school stick-mate, Milton “Deaf” Smith.  He lost his life on Veterans Day in 1966.  He was due to go home in 10 days and was not supposed to be flying, … Continue reading →

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Veterans Day 2022

Posted on November 7, 2022 by Roger Young

Pam and I wish all of you a peaceful Veterans Day – Roger

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Display Room Tour of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Exhibit at Arlington National Cemetery

Posted on August 29, 2022 by Roger Young

Very interesting and brought to my attention by Silver Spur President, John ‘Waldo’ Pepper. Enjoy the history and I’ve included an article on the identification of the ‘Vietnam Unknown Soldier’ below! – Roger ‘Bear’ Young   Lt. Michael Blassie Last … Continue reading →

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