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OPERATION DUSTOFF 4:1
We invite you to form teams of four with the objective of helping just one veteran, veteran family or family of a member on active duty in need of help, be it a job, training, business, health, family, mentoring or simply a friend; define the need, agree on a plan and timeline and then work together to get your ‘Buddy’ back on track. Please note your interest below if you want to be a team member. If you are a veteran or family in distress please email me in strictest confidence at steve@earlnightingale.com.au and confirm that you are willing to be introduced to your team, again in strictest confidence. You can also participate on Military Network LinkedIn discussion group. Why “DUSTOFF”? Spearheading the humanitarian effort in Vietnam and in every war zone since, was the air ambulance operation, call sign Dust Off, the most dangerous of all aviation activities and one of the most efficient and effective battlefield operating systems in the history of warfare. The father of Dust Off, Charles Kelly, was called a mad man, who gave his life to save DUSTOFF—the greatest life saver ever. His dying words, “When I have your wounded”, set the standard for combat medicine to this day. It is also the story of Kelly’s disciples who struggled and died to meet his standard and one unit, the 54th, which did. General Brady, learned from Kelly and led the 40-man 54th as it evacuated over 21,000 patients—men, women and children, enemy and friendly—in 10 months; while sustaining 26 Purple Hearts. It is also the story of faith in combat and the miracles it produces. “A special word about the DUSTOFF’s…Courage above and beyond the call of duty was sort of routine to them. It was a daily thing, part of the way they lived. That’s the great part and it meant so much to every last man who served there. Whether he ever got hurt or not, he knew DUSTOFF was there. It was a great thing for our people” – General Creighton Abrams, Chief of Staff, U.S. Army, former Commander, U.S. Forces Viet Nam. Why 4:1? When four people carry the stretcher it’s easier and faster to get to the destination. The 40 courageous members of Kelly’s 54th helped 21,000 people to safety in 10 months and often under fire. This and the continuing efforts of the Medevac teams around the world are an inspiration to us all and have set the bar for us in terms of selfless sacrifice for others. Please join me in Operation DUSTOFF 4:1 and team together to help just one veteran or family to safety… Steve A tribute to DUSTOFF teams around the world – Thank you!
DUSTOFF, Afghanistan
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We supported each other in battle, it’s now time to support each other in life. Military Network’s Operation DUSTOFF 4:1 is a buddy system which calls on members of the community, civilians, serving members and veterans to perform one selfless act of compassion.
i would be glad to help. i can help with employment in the chicago and las vegas area. contact me at seriousstrength@hotmail.com if you are looking to work for a military froendly company.
Small point, but kinda big too. A five-year veteran of the 237th Medical Detachment (Helicopter Ambulance), I can tell you it’s, with all due respect, “DUSTOFF” or “Dustoff” if you like, I suppose.
Two words – dust off – does not really do justice to the time-honored traditions of the US Army’s DUSTOFF community.
Richard Downey
SFC, United States Army (Retired)
PS: Dedicated Unhesitating Service To Our Fighting Forces – DUSTOFF!
All I can say is WOW. The Dustoff pic is my old unit, Eagle Dustoff. I was Dustoff92 until an 1969. I am recovering from surgery currently, but will forward this info to a number of retired/active duty folks. As I said, I like the name of the organization.
Not to pick the fly pooh-pooh out of the pepper, but as a former DUSTOFF pilot (RVN era), DUSTOFF is one word, not two.
John, Richard thanks for pointing out this change…All done…
Woody, that’s great to hear…I was serving RVN 69-70…
I feel privileged to be acquainted with such fine people.
Steve
Matthew, thank you…Do you or your colleagues also do career coaching e.g. for transitioning personnel?
I would also like to place you and your organisation on our Veteran Specialised Recruiter list and invite you to place a free ad in our veteran-owned business directory.
As a Soldier stationed at the Warrior Transitioning Battalion at JBLM (Ft Lewis) I can honestly say that the injured returning fron Iraq ans the Stan,are treated so much diferant than the Viet Nam vets.The WTB came about because of the deplorable living conditions at Walter Reed about five years ago.We have our own rooms,a mess hall 100 feet away and transportation to and from our medical appointments.I am so greatful to the WTB for the outstanding treatment I have received for the past seven months.We have available to us Legal,Jobs,Education and numerous other programs.All the Soldier has to do is ask.I think DUSTOFF is an OUTSTANDING Program for Vets to reach out to other Vets.Count me in!
There was a lot of history [ WWI, WWII, Korea, and Vietnam ] at Madigan Army Hospital. Liberal [ political correctness ] plowed Madigan and most of the WWII style wooden barracks down.
Most of the new barracks created at Fort Lewis was declared unlivable within a few years of corrupt contacting and sub-contracting.
Madigan during the Vietnam War was an outstanding provider of medical care.
Today’s Madigan — well — first time and every time I have walked into the place it seems like I should be looking for Sear’s or JC Penny’s.
Regardless of the quality of medical care the “new” Madigan provides — it lacks a “sense of history” and seems intentionally “politically correct.”
Dan Collins MI/MP/Medic
US Army SFC (retired)
45th Med Company Dustoff 1968-1969 Vietnam
236th Medical Detachment Dustoff 1974 Germany
507th Medical Company Dustoff 1975 Oklahoma
What a great concept! There are many veterans in the Lafayette LA area. It is the home base of Petroleum Helicopters, where many former military pilots work. Currently there is a coalition of veterans and others trying to get the VA to purchase a soon-to-be vacated civilian hospital in Lafayette, and convert it to a VA hospital. It is much needed here. Count me in if I can help your network in any way.
One correction in your Charles Kelly story: His unit was the 57th Med Detachment, not the 54th. I was in the 57th (Dustoff 72) from June ‘68 to June ‘69. Check Kelly’s story at http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Major_Charles_Kelly
I am a former Flight Medic and combat medic during Vietnam. Flight medic with 45th, 247th and back to 45th. Then they would not let me extend any more so I went to MACV to be with the little people. In country Jan ‘69 – Sept ‘71. Retired in ‘88 as SFC at Ft Sam. Now living approx 30 miles north of Houston, TX in Montgomery County. Am very interested in helping other vets returning home. Le me know how and when I can help. I am a 100 % service connected disabled vet.
Chet Crump, SFC, Retired
VP, Vietnam Dustoff Assn
281-259-0701 hm
210-216-3983 cell