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Horses and Helicopters

A Son's Tribute to his Father and Their Shared Military Service

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  • 130 pages
  • 5 hours of reading

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Chronicling military legacies, the narrative intertwines the experiences of Major James R. Downey Jr. and Technical Sgt. James R. Downey III. The first part, "Horses," reflects on the elder Downey's journey from his enlistment in the Horse Cavalry in 1927 through significant events in WWII and post-war Germany, pieced together from memories and research. The second part, "Helicopters," details the author's three tours in Vietnam, highlighting the challenges and camaraderie faced during intense combat missions. Personal anecdotes and photographs enrich this historical account.

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Horses and Helicopters, Jim Downey

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2014
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