"How did I get into this John Wayne Movie, anyway?" says Vietnam veteran Len Kirchner, recalling his most vivid memory of the war — landing in Vietnam for the first time after being stationed in Japan. On Vietnam Veterans Day, hear more of Len's story and five others: http://spr.ly/6189HvaUf | AARP

LRRP (Long Range Reconnaissance Patrol) companies in Vietnam often acquired McGuire rigs and other special gear not authorized by their official Table of Organization and Equipment (TO&E) through informal channels and direct connections with Special Forces and specialized training schools. | Lily's