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living in lean-tos, eating C rations and co existing with the monkeys in the jungle covered hills of Qui Nhon.
Our Company CP was located in a secure area near the ‘sand ramp’ between Tam Ky and Chu Lai—the entire TAOR of the Chu Lai Air Base was occupied by 2/4, 1/4, and the Seventh Marines, ARVN units, Army and Air Force personnel as well—the perimeter was huge and troops from each of those outfits provided 24/7 security. Meanwhile, because of that security our troops were able to relax from time to time. We set up a volleyball court in the sand and squads would engage in a little friendly competition from time to time—this was also a good way to work in a little PT!
On a couple of occasions we were able to build a bonfire and roast some hot dogs kindly provided by the battalion mess sergeant. I can’t overemphasize how
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