PinnedJack McCabeA typical Monday in Vietnam?The Phu Loi flight line was a bustle of activity. 19 July 1971 was a typical day at this helicopter base northwest of Saigon. It was 08:30…4 min read·Nov 16, 2019--1--1
PinnedJack McCabeFirst Grade in Catholic SchoolSchool was about to start and I would be attending first grade at St. Francis Borgia. I was both excited and a little apprehensive. I…7 min read·Dec 7, 2023----
PinnedJack McCabeMy Last Day in Vietnam and Coming HomeIt was late May, 1972, and I was stationed at Vung Tau and had been here for the last two months. I had previously spent seventeen months…13 min read·May 29, 2022----
Jack McCabeTower Guard, Phu Loi VietnamI don’t know what it was. Karma? For whatever reason, Major Matos always assigned me and Rock to tower guard together. I guess he had a lot…7 min read·Apr 8, 2022----
Jack McCabeThe Rosary, a Vietnam War storyThis isn’t really a Christmas story but I feel it portrays the spirit of the season.2 min read·Dec 23, 2021----
Jack McCabeHome for ChristmasIn July 1971 I had been in Vietnam for nine months and had requested to extend my tour for another six. My hope was for an early out when…10 min read·Dec 5, 2020----