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Jim Russell

Seattle, WA

Birthday: April 10

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    • Dave Gettman May 29, 2016 10:28

      Good to see you, Jim. About time you showed up.

      I filled out the application for TSA pre-check a couple weeks ago and have an appointment June 21 in Fife to pay and get printed. Thanks for the heads-up. The lines aren't getting any shorter and I want to be ready for the reunion next April in Williamsburg. Maybe I'll see you at the airport.

    • Dave Gettman July 4, 2012 16:22

      Well, as close as they could determine the heater over-heated and caught fire, cooking off ammo and fuel. Made for a helluva big bang. The crew had rigged an M-113 heater in it and it burned REAL hot.

      Two casualties: SFC Brown (TC's hatch) slightly burned on exposed skin and returned to duty shortly after; SSG Brow (driver's compartment) severely burned and med-evac'd to Texas burn center. Heard years later he had survived.

      Yes, "Ranger Pete" Schoomaker was my first C Troop CO. Tom Molino took over from him. Tom later went on to command 2d Squadron, then the Regiment when it was out here at Ft Lewis from 1992-93. Hooked up with Tom in Vilseck 2008 for a cold bier.

      Not likely you will see me in Seattle unless it's at the VA hospital, which is VERY rare. Too much traffic, too many people. Tacoma is bad enough, but been here all my life so it's hard to change.

    • Dave Gettman July 4, 2012 15:42

      Welcome to Dragoon Base, neighbor.

      I was in C Troop, 1974-75. You probably left the Rock before we blew up Sheridan C-15 on July 25, 1974. I got to visit the sight (Inzendorf) last July on the 37th anniversary.

      My dad was the battalion motor officer on the Rock 1953-55 when they were battalions instead of squadrons. We lived across the street from the Bayreuth Officers Club, just across the park from the Wagner Opera House.

      Always Ready, sir!

      "Tacoma Dave" Gettman

    • Speed Thomas July 3, 2012 14:13
      Jim,
      Give me a shot at esthomas3@earthlink.net
    • Jeffrey C Havens July 3, 2012 13:37

      Welcome Jim.I was in Atrp 72-74 Do you remember Cpt. Thomas or Lt. Tony Issacs. Tony went on to command 1st Sqd. in Desert Storm.Have a great day.TP

    • jack wayne nelson July 1, 2012 18:20

      Welcome to the site Sir. As a 17 year old you were my first commander 74-76..

    • Bill Barry June 29, 2012 20:15

      Jim,

      Good to see you on the site!  I think you'll find more than a few "old" guys from more than a few years ago who you will recognize (well maybe not by picture).

      Bill

    • Jesse Kelley June 29, 2012 12:24

      Ol Bill gif lg
      Toujours Pret James


      The Dragoonbase.com, has
      plenty of updated features
      (HTML and format friendly), lots of sub-groups,
      (Officers Club,F-Trp,Amberg,Medics,and the
      always busy Oldtimers club).
      Also links for “2nd Cavalry Assn.”
      News and History Centers.

      Robb Russell has posted some tips for
      navigating the site(ie,photos,links,ect)
      in the Forum.

      Please feel free to stop by and read the
      latest “Tacoma Dave's ‘Triva Quiz’”,
      you can learn some 2nd Cav history,
      and you could even, win a kool prize.

      If you need any help, you may contact
      Robb Russell, or any of the 5 admins listed
      at the top of the page, or just yell out,
      another member may be able to help you.

      And our only wish is to,
      ‘Keep it clean’.
      Use your real name and picture,
      (pix from back in the day,work best
      for searching for Brothers),
      but any picture will do.

      And that you please tell all your friends
      about, where to find the DragoonBase.

      Thanks again for joining Dragoon Base,
      and for your Service and Dedication,
      to Our Great Country.

      Jesse Kelley
      F Troop 2/2ACR
      72-75

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    Location

    Seattle, WA


    Birthday:

    April 10


    What unit(s) did you serve in with the 2d Cavalry?

    HHT, 1/2 ACR K Troop, 3/2 ACR HHT, 2 ACR


    Where were you stationed?

    Bindlach, Amberg, Nurnberg


    What MOS or job description did you have?

    Squadron Motor Officer, HQ Commandant, Troop Commander, S-3 Plans Officer


    What was your rank/title?

    Captain 0-3


    What years were you assigned to the 2nd Cavalry?

    1973-1975


    Tell us a little about your cav days.

    Loved working the border.


    Tell us a little about you now.

    B2B marketing and sales


    Do you have a web site?

    https://www.artofrainmaking.com


    Phone number (Optional).

    (206) 782-6666


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