BMT graduation, April 3rd, 2009.
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BMT graduation, April 3rd, 2009.
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Why do I think that those Garands just might not be fireable?
Mighty purdy though.
Wimpy AF. Surely by the time they make E-5 they know to keep the trigger guard in the shoulder pocket.
These aree low-grade toylike dummy "M-1" rifles the USAF is buying these days for their color guards. I guess welded-up real M-1's were too dangerous. Frequently seen at big NFL games etc., carried by the color guards. Other services may be using these toy guns, too, but the USAF seems particularly taken with them.
Yeah. USAF has a history of playing with toy guns. The M-16 comes to mind. :rolleyes:Quote:
Originally Posted by Griff Murphey
Look on the bright side at least they're in step....well almost!
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Originally Posted by John L. Lucci
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Ah now, not all Air Force have toy guns. My Pattern 14 will attest to that;) And I am sure that the M1 that I plan on getting in the near future won't be like the ones they used for parades and other functions. Now remember us Air Force folks did get some of you in and out of where you were going:cool: Or worked on the jet engines to make sure they could. :D
Best Regards
Lisa
As I remember, when you phoned SAC, they answered the call, on time and on target.
And when there's incoming, they die for their country like any other serviceman.
Sad looking, just plain sad looking. Local JROTC unit looks better.Quote:
Originally Posted by Newscotlander
Now I'm confused. The first picture has a four person drill squad (two guards and two flag bearers), wearing flat brimmed hats and AF rank. The other picture has much better dressed AF personnel with forage hats. How many types of drill team does the USAF have?
And yes, they need to get their rifle drill in sync.
I remember when I was in the Air Force in 66-70 that our Base Rifle Team would compete with the Army and Marines and would hold our own with any of them. The best shot we had was a guy from New York City, yes that's right New York City. He had never fired a rifle until he join the Air Force and took to it like a duck to water. (I will have to admit that the Base Coach was former Marine.)
Has anyone heard of the USAF Spec Ops boys who are deployed alongside the Red Horse (engineering) Squadrons? I had the pleasure of "dining" with them (C-rats) in about 1972 in the back country at Eglin AFB. The idea behind them was/is a Spec Ops outfit that seizes and holds airfields for exploitation during offensive ops.
Bob
Edwards Air Force Base Honor Guard circa 2004.
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Originally Posted by Ramboueille
Gawd but they are beautiful!!!!
The M-14s, that is.
Ahhh, to be 20 years old again and have my hands on one of those.
Yes Sir!Quote:
Originally Posted by JohnMOhio
When the @$%& hit the fan the sound of a USAF copter made them smile.
What's up with dissin the boys in blue?:nono:
AFSOC "All the time, everywhere"
The photo was at my son's BMT graduation a couple of weeks ago. Fortunately, he is not in the picture. Even after all of your criticism of the Air Force, I'm still extremely proud of him getting through it.
You should be very proud of your son. I have one in the Navy and one who was in the Marines.Quote:
Originally Posted by Newscotlander
Funny how many bang the USAF, but when you ask about their MOS/AFSC they sat behind a desk....LOL:lol:
When the ground pounders are in trouble, they love to see that big green copter.:sos:
I would have liked to have had some of you pundits inside a B-52 back in '68 across the big pond and then see who the bad dog was! :surrender:
Congrats to your son on his BMT graduation. I bet you very proud of him. I wish all the best for him in his career. Joining the Air Force was the best thing I ever did.Quote:
Originally Posted by Newscotlander
Best Regards
Lisa
All of the M-1 my ANG unit has are fireable...
the usaf is cool. otherwise, they wouldn't have these,
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goo
usmc, '66-'72.
Nice HOG...and that aint no chromed .30 cal. Chrome lined maybe!Quote:
Originally Posted by goo
Go AirForce!!:thup: