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July 20th 1969. This is one of the days you remember where you were. The USA just put a man on the moon. I was with Dennis Ayers and maybe Ron Barryman at the NCO club in the four star resort, The Danang Hotel. How strange, men on the moon and we are here in Vietnam. The TV was fuzzy and it was hard to see the landing, or was it too many drinks. I don't recall. I do remember, howerver, if we can put a man on the moon why can't they get us the heck out of here? I never did get an answer to that question. However I did get out and so did everyone else.

If I recall the NCO Club was on the third floor of the hotel. The club was one of the finest bars in country, lots of dark wood, a long bar, slot machines and a stage for entertainment. I remember the Sargent Major who ran the club was indicted and later sentenced for profiteering, skimming the slots and contract violations (1969ish) after I had left country.

The best part about the mess at the "Danang" was the Sunday brunch. There was actual ice carvings and an omlett station so you could have an omlett to order. I have friends in the 101st ABN who to this day can not believe how well we lived in MIBARS. Hotel room, maids, running water, guards at the door, Shore Patrol to take you home after a night of fun, what more could you ask for. 96D20 vs.11B10, I choose 96D20 any day.

The best part of MIBARS was the guys I met. Most of us were draft dodgers, smart enought not be combat arms types and most everyone in the unit could carry a conversation for more than one minute, that included most of the NCO's. I count my blessings and the privilege to have served with some of the finest guys in the Army, quality guys, smart guys, guys who helped make a difference.