While in Pohang I got assigned as the loader on Y51, the Battalion Commander’s M26 tank. We got the word that we would be moving out and would have a full gear inspection. This meant that we had to take all of the tools, radios, machine guns, etc., and display them on a tarp in front of the tank. We had to stand at attention before the inspecting officer. Since it was February, needless to say we froze.

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