Mexican Expedition circa 1916 or my version of the Lounge

[Uncle Vern]

Pat H, I've read that book, and it's a good one.

 

[RBH]

You cant get much more classic than this image!
Duvall in Apocalypse Now


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[Martinis at 8]

Martinis at 8--The Mexican Revolution did not begin until 1910, and Villa didn't raid Columbus, New Mexico until 1916, so 1902 is an inaccurate date for Mexican border operations.
Pancho Villa wasn't shot in the back by "some guy," he was assassinated while returning to his his ranch in his auto by a group of professional killers who drilled him full of lead from various angles, killing him instantly, probably supporters of Calles. His assassination took place in Parral, Chihuahua. Villa had many enemies. Unless historians discover new information, the actual circumstances of his death will remain a mystery.
For those of you who are interested in Villa, the Mexican Revolution and Villa's Columbus raid, read the recent book "The General and the Jaguar," by Eileen Welsome. While the book deals with Villa's life and many other topics related to the revolution, it specifically addresses the Columbus raid and the intimate recollections of the town's survivors. It's an excellent, well-researched book.

Yes, I know the date. I was referring to the weapon. I should have put an "M" in front of the 1902.

My understanding is he was shot in the back. I must be getting him confused with someone else. But yes, he did have many enemies. What is life without a few good enemies, eh?

M8

 

[Prairie Shade]

OK RBH

Your going to make me post a picture arent you!!!!

 

[RBH]

Your going to make me post a picture arent you!!!!

Have at it my friend!

 

[Prairie Shade]

How do I do this!!

Lets see, where are my Jungle Fatigues, yellow scarf, sun glasses. I'll find them. Stand by.

 

[Prairie Shade]

Almost forgot!!

The only thing I like better than the smell of napalm in the morning is bacon and eggs along with grits and red-eye gravy!!!

 

[Pat_H]

Yes, I know the date. I was referring to the weapon. I should have put an "M" in front of the 1902.

My understanding is he was shot in the back. I must be getting him confused with someone else. But yes, he did have many enemies. What is life without a few good enemies, eh?

M8

You actually meant M1903, however. The rifle of that era was the M1903. The M1911 was the sidearm, of course, but it was newly introduced, and some National Guard units, and some officers, were still carrying revolvers.

 

[Martinis at 8]

You actually meant M1903, however. The rifle of that era was the M1903. The M1911 was the sidearm, of course, but it was newly introduced, and some National Guard units, and some officers, were still carrying revolvers.

Actually I did think it was M1902.

I did carry the M1911A1 when I was an Army officer. I loved it. I own a Colt .380 now, just like the M1911A1 but only smaller. It breaks down the same was as the M1911A1, easy to clean, etc. I only use it for target practice, as I do not hunt.

M8

 

[deanglen]

Good info on the M1911 and M1911A1
http://world.guns.ru/handguns/hg04-e.htm

dean

 

[AlanC]

Caption...

"Slowly it dawned on Diego that Friday was not 'Sombrero Day' as Sgt. Smith had led him to believe..."

 

[deanglen]

Alan, GREAT caption!lol lol lol lol :eusa_clap :eusa_clap

dean

 

[Mojave Jack]

I missed this thread the first time around, but am revisiting them as I work on my new Marine Corps service hat.

Alan, I laughed out loud when I read your caption! The dog thought I was losing my mind! lol