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.

Bad Company

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This Is Freedom!

This stirring song was written by Justin Unger, and is the closing song in the movie, Last Ounce Of Courage.  Merry Christmas to all my fellow Spurs who served our country well when called.  May God bless you and your … Continue reading

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Retired Health Message

As I was lying in bed pondering the problems of the world, I rapidly realized that I don’t really give a rat’s hiney. It’s the tortoise life for me! 1. If walking is good for your health, the postman would … Continue reading

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Say, “Merry Christmas”

A good friend sent me this YouTube video link I believe many will enjoy & appreciate.  I know I agree! – Bear httpvh://youtu.be/ln01p1M2cH0

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Opinion: Leadership

Submitted by Bill Reynolds, Spur 16: Where Have All My Heroes Gone? Colonel (Ret) Sam W. Floca Jr. Most of you have seen and many no doubt own copies of the HBO Mini-Series, “Band of Brothers,” the epic of small … Continue reading

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Duty, Honor, Country…

Submitted by Allan LaGrange, Spur Rifle Squad Leader: General Douglas MacArthur’s Farewell Speech Given to the Corps of Cadets at West Point May 12, 1962 General Westmoreland, General Groves, distinguished guests, and gentlemen of the Corps. As I was leaving … Continue reading

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The Sound That Binds, UH-1H

Submitted by Spur 38, Mike Billow: THE SOUND THAT BINDS by Colonel Keith Nightingale, US Army (Retired) Unique to all that served in Vietnam is the UH1H helicopter. It was both devil and angel and it served as both extremely … Continue reading

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Legend of the Ho Chi Minh trail in Laos – Pictures

Please see: http://www.laosgpsmap.com/ho-chi-minh-trail-laos/

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2012 Veterans Day Message

  Silver Spur Veterans Day Message John “Waldo” Pepper Spur President   httpvh://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mNBnJ7amil8

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Taps for CSM Basil L. Plumley

Plumley, veteran of 3 wars, dies at age 92 – ArmyTimes – 10 Oct 12 Opinion: Why CSM Basil L. Plumley meant so much to me and so many others by Kerry Patton – 13 Oct 12 A Final Salute … Continue reading

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Top 10 Things Your Combat Vet Wants You To Know

This in from one of our fellow Spurs, an important read in my opinion – Bear Top 10 Things Your Combat Vet Wants You To Know 1. He is addicted to war, although he loves you. War is horrible, but … Continue reading

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Tribute Song “Soldier I Thank You”

Video brought to my attention by fellow Spur, Art Bonevich. A very moving tribute. Be sure to watch it to the end: httpvh://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xhX5ET5PNv8

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Video: Public Service Message

Submitted by Spur 3, Chuck Oualline. Video produced by Houston, Texas and DHS: httpvh://youtu.be/5VcSwejU2D0

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Opinion: Exploding the Myths About Vietnam

Opinion piece submitted by Spur 38, Mike Billow: Exploding the Myths About Vietnam By LIEN-HANG NGUYEN And another thought provoking article: The Day It Became the Longest War by Lt. Gen. Charles Cooper, USMC (Ret.)

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Portrait of A Warrior

Video submitted by fellow Spur Scout Crew Chief, Gary Swartz: httpvh://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lRGWUFEeXZw

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