Comments for News from our Man in the 'Stan.

News from our Man in the 'Stan.

2007-09-12T04:59:59Z

This will remain up top all day. A note from our landlocked sailor, Joe.

Six years to the minute after the south tower fell; I was in the middle of Kabul , surrounded by scores of men and women from 38 different countries. We came bringing justice, and have stayed to bring freedom.

Hopefully an acceptable memorial.

Yeah, Joe - I think so.

Comment from John of Argghhh! on 2007-09-11

2007-09-11T21:09:49Z

Heh. Good timing on your question, MSGT Rhoney. I just hauled my officer's mess kit out to use at our annual Rotary picnic this week. Watch your email.

Comment from MSGT Wade Rhoney USMC Ret. on 2007-09-11

2007-09-11T19:58:13Z

Just a quick comment about the Officer's Field Mess Kit. I have looked everywhere to find out about them. I recently bought a practically new one at an estate sale. Most of the issued knives forks and spoons are gone, but the only other thing that has been used was the coffee pot. My case is is stenciled U S 1964 and the Manufacturers plate reads Texas Trunks. Any idea what these are actually worth?? I am a retired tweeker (1977-1997) and did not have the 'pleasure' of doing a lot of real Marine stuff. Your page is great reading and I am listing it as one of my favorites. Semper fi!