  Ray Fornoff with 1968 convoy painting Second Thursdays usually draw 20 - 30 members Since our 40th Reunion in 2008, our "Second Thursday" meetings at VFW Post 2503 have drawn many 172nd veterans for a night out with old friends and new. Our shared experiences as young men during tough times, gave us the great gift of fellowship that will last throughout our lives. We have as much in common now as we did in 68 - 69, except we are now "playing the back 9" and take much pride in what we accomplished together. If you can find the time to join us some evening you will not be sorry you did. If you are not currently a member of the VFW, you might consider joining this very worthwhile group that does so much for veterans. Post 2503 is a very nice facility with rooms available for receptions and group gatherings of all sizes. It has become the "Omaha Bar" for 172nd veterans in Nebraska, Items of 172nd Memorabilia are available to our members, see the Memorabilia page for details to order. Click on the links below to visit websites: Vietnam Memorials: 50,000 names (carved in the wall) A moving musical tribute to veterans who lost their lives in Vietnam. Vietnam War casualties by State and City An index to Vietnam War casualties. Agent Orange: Best wishes to all of our 172nd families, See you on the next "Second Thursday of the Month", February 9th, 2012 Jim Rose |
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