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.

Ride With The Silver Spurs

Posted on July 1, 2016 by Roger Young

July 1, 2016: I put this together today for my fellow Silver Spurs and their families. – Roger “Bear” Young Watch this video on YouTube

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In Remembrance of William T. Wallace, Jr. & Jerry Gillett

Posted on June 4, 2016 by Roger Young

My personal tribute to two fallen Silver Spur Scouts and American Heroes. Never Forgotten – Roger “Bear” Young Watch this video on YouTube   More Specifics On Their Loss    

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MEMORIAL DAY TRIBUTE 2016

Posted on May 25, 2016 by Roger Young

MEMORIAL DAY TRIBUTE 2016 This Memorial Day is a fitting time for me to give tribute to a deserving young lieutenant, tribute which is long past due. Forgive me, but I cannot remember his name. There were about 40 pilots … Continue reading →

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Stormin’ Norman address to West Point 1991

Posted on May 10, 2016 by Roger Young

Brought to my attention by John “Waldo” Pepper, GEN Schwartkopf’s speech to the Corps upon his return to West Point after the end of Desert Storm. He speaks of competence & character in leadership positions & duty, honor & country. … Continue reading →

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Massive US Army Helicopters “Invasion”: World Record for OH-58 Kiowa Last Flight

Posted on May 2, 2016 by Roger Young

Submitted by John “Waldo” Pepper. In April 2016 the last of the Army’s OH-58D’s made their final flight for the U.S. Army, this time with the 1-17th Cav. In May 1970 A Troop, 3/17th Cav ‘Silver Spurs’ received their first … Continue reading →

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Sobering Statistics For The Vietnam War

Posted on April 14, 2016 by Roger Young

Submitted by fellow Spur, Clayton Marsh: SOBERING STATISTICS FOR THE VIETNAM WAR* In case you haven’t been paying attention these past few decades after you returned from Vietnam, the clock has been ticking. The following are some statistics that are … Continue reading →

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Soaring Valor (Short Movie)

Posted on April 6, 2016 by Roger Young

Brought to my attention by fellow Spur, Bob Scurzi: Watch this video on YouTube

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Eve of Destruction…

Posted on April 5, 2016 by Roger Young

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In Honor Of Vietnam Veterans Day

Posted on March 29, 2016 by Roger Young

March 29, 2016: On this Vietnam Veterans Day, a video I put together to honor all 3/17th Air Cav Troopers, from Vietnam to the present. I believe A Troop is currently deployed in Afghanistan. We have a LONG legacy of … Continue reading →

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Meet the One Pilot in the World with 10,000 Flight Hours in Boeing AH-64 Apaches

Posted on March 17, 2016 by Roger Young

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In Remembrance of Larry “Tank” Carson, Silver Spur Armorer

Posted on February 12, 2016 by Roger Young

My thanks to Tank’s daughter, Stacey, for sharing the pictures with us! – Bear https://youtu.be/7Y_irK_mHZo

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From the Webmaster

Posted on February 12, 2016 by Roger Young

12 February 2016: Just a reminder, check back periodically. – Bear Original post 22 May 2015: A concern has been raised that I’m pushing out too much information on the the Spur E-mail net. Therefore in the future I will … Continue reading →

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A Tribute to Vietnam Veterans

Posted on January 22, 2016 by Roger Young

Submitted by fellow Spur, Clayton Marsh: Watch this video on YouTube  

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Veterans Day 2015

Posted on November 11, 2015 by Roger Young

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Requiem For A Soldier

Posted on October 15, 2015 by Roger Young

Submitted by fellow Spur, John “Waldo” Pepper with lyrics below: Watch this video on YouTube Requiem for a Soldier You never lived to see What you gave to me One shining dream of hope and love Life and liberty With … Continue reading →

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