John Kelly
U.S. Army Veteran
About
Bio
I served in both the US Army and the US Air Force, in the units shown. I entered the Army in Aug 1968 enroute to the Signal Corps as an avionics repair technician. In Feb 1969 I volunteered for Warrant Officer Flight School and graduated in Dec 1970. I was assigned to C-Company the “Blackwidows” and subsequently to the 3rd Brigade as a Huey AC as well as a OH-6 LOH aircraft commander. I was then assigned to Ft. Gordon as an instructor pilot in both helicopters and fixed wing aircraft. I served in that assignment from Jan 1971 until 1976, II then left active duty to go to college. In 1979 I joined the Air Force as a 2nd Lt and as a Captain until I was injured in the crash of my MH-53 Pave Low when my entire tail rotor system ate itself and fell off. I was badly injured
Current City
Albuquerque
Birthday
August 20, 1949
Branch
U.S. Army
Service Years
1970 - 1970
Units
US Army
U.S. Army
The US Army is the largest branch of the United States military. It is responsible for land-based military operations and is comprised of soldiers who are trained to defend the country and its interests. The Army has a long history of service, dating back to the Revolutionary War, and plays a crucial role in national defense and security. Soldiers in the Army are trained in combat skills, leadership, and teamwork to carry out missions both domestically and internationally.
101st Airborne
U.S. Army
The 101st Airborne Division is a specialized unit of the United States Army that is trained for air assault operations. It was created during World War II and gained fame for its role in the D-Day invasion of Normandy in 1944. The division has since participated in numerous conflicts around the world, including the Vietnam War, Operation Desert Storm, and the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. Known as the "Screaming Eagles," the 101st Airborne is considered one of the most elite and versatile divisions in the US military.
1st Special Operations Wing
U.S. Air Force
The 1st Special Operations Wing is a unit of the United States Air Force based at Hurlburt Field, Florida. It is responsible for conducting special operations missions worldwide, including unconventional warfare, counterterrorism, and combat search and rescue. The wing is comprised of a variety of specialized aircraft, including the AC-130 gunship and the MC-130 special operations transport. The 1st Special Operations Wing plays a critical role in supporting national security objectives and protecting American interests.