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.

Sikorsky – X2 Raider™ Prototypes

Posted on January 24, 2013 by Roger Young

A 2010 video brought to my attention by Paul Clergy, Spur 13: httpvh://youtu.be/s9kdUqN2CCY Here is a description of the video by Sikorsky: 20 Oct 2010 : West Palm Beach, Florida – Sikorsky Aircraft will design, build and fly two prototype … Continue reading →

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We Remember!

Posted on January 23, 2013 by Roger Young

Excellent Warbirds YouTube video sent to me via Waldo’s daughter, Jennifer: httpvh://youtu.be/RU1oB8sGyYM

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IV Cellular presents “Freedom Isn’t Free”

Posted on January 10, 2013 by Roger Young

YouTube video submitted by Spur Scout Crew Chief, Gary Swartz: httpvh://youtu.be/WEPBQGu74oo  

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Steinbeck on Vietnam Helicopter Pilots

Posted on January 7, 2013 by Roger Young

Submitted by Spur 38, Mike Billow: Only a handful of people have won both the Nobel and Pulitzer prizes in literature. One of them was iconic American novelist John Steinbeck. His incredible body of work stretched from Tortilla Flat to … Continue reading →

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Greetings from family of Dan Cheney

Posted on January 6, 2013 by Roger Young

Dear Roger and Clayton, Thank you for keeping me on the Silver Spurs Outreach list. It is always so comforting to receive your messages and I appreciate your kindness to families of fallen pilots.  Today, January 6th, marks the 44th … Continue reading →

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Welcome Home Tyler!

Posted on January 2, 2013 by Roger Young

I’ve been keeping up with the progress of this brave soldier as he went through multiple surgeries and nearly lost his life. He was able to go home on Dec 22nd. His “can do” spirit is just one example of … Continue reading →

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2013 Rose Parade War Dog Memorial Float

Posted on January 1, 2013 by Roger Young

Video in honor of all our Dog Handlers and their heroic dogs that have served our nation since WWII. SALUTE! Special thanks to Dick Van Patten’s Natural Balance Pet Foods, Inc. & HGTV. Here is the float, “Canines With Courage”: … Continue reading →

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Life is Like a Box of C-Rations by Maj. Gen Robert Scales

Posted on December 18, 2012 by Roger Young

Submitted by Bob Scurzi, Spur Scout: Life is Like a Box of “C” Rations Truman Library 12 September 2009 Speech by Major General Robert Scales USA (Ret) at Truman Library Mr. Skelton, Mr. Cleaver, distinguished guests and, most importantly, fellow … Continue reading →

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Connecticut School Massacre

Posted on December 17, 2012 by Roger Young

I believe many of us are attempting to make sense of the inconceivable rampage of a young man that targeted his local elementary school and young, innocent children. After several days of personal reflection as a father and grandfather I’ve … Continue reading →

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Excerpt from the First Inaugural Speech by Dwight D. Eisenhower

Posted on December 17, 2012 by Roger Young

Submitted by Allan LaGrange, Spur Rifle Squad Leader: Dwight D. Eisenhower First Inaugural January 20, 1953 The Republican Party successfully promoted the candidacy of the popular General of the Army in the 1952 election over the Democratic candidate, Adlai Stevenson. … Continue reading →

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Welcome Home!

Posted on December 12, 2012 by Roger Young

This came over our Spur net via Spur 36, Clayton Marsh,  and I wanted to share it with all:  

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Silver Spur 2000 Mini-Reunion in D.C.

Posted on December 11, 2012 by Roger Young

Veterans Day Nov 11th 2000 at the Wall in D.C. Includes footage of Lt. Gen Hal Moore making presentation to brother of 1Lt. John Driver, KIA 19 April 1969. Veterans Day 2000. Video/Slideshow: httpvh://youtu.be/PzA2xQYiEQE Additional details & pictures of our 2000 D.C. … Continue reading →

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7 December 1941

Posted on December 7, 2012 by Roger Young

  Photos: After Pearl Harbor: LIFE in the Pacific and on the Home Front – LIFE Magazine – Posted 7 Dec 12 Reporter’s untold story of Pearl Harbor attack is finally published by Elizabeth P. McIntosh – 6 Dec 12 Pearl … Continue reading →

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Beasts of Burden

Posted on December 6, 2012 by Roger Young

An old solution to getting the ammo to the troops courtesy of the U.S. Marine Corps. Video description states: Published on Dec 6, 2012 “It’s early. The horses and mules need feeding. It’s going to be a long day up … Continue reading →

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Above & Beyond Memorial

Posted on December 6, 2012 by Roger Young

Brought to my attention by several Spurs, the first I have heard of this wonderful tribute in Chicago, IL: Above & Beyond Memorial  

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