Introduction

frmrcatamount · Post by **frmrcatamount** » August 4th, 2009, 10:51 am

I am an 11B who took a brief detour as an 11C.

I spent the majority of my active duty time in B. Co. 4/87 INF, 25th ID. I was fortunate enough to serve under (then) CPT D. Haight (from 2/75) and (then) LTC D. Anderson, as well as learn from some excellent NCO's, Ranger and otherwise. It was a good unit to be as a young private, with a lot of opportunities to learn and improve one's self.

After 4/87 was shut down as part of the Clinton-era drawdown, I finished my active duty time in 1/27 INF. I went into the Guard and somehow ended up as an 11C in a cav unit, which was a mistake, but I suppose good experience.

I have now corrected that mistake and I am in C Trp. (LRS) 1-158 CAV, Maryland National Guard, where I have resumed jumping out of perfectly good aircraft and generally sneaking around like the light infantryman I am. I may not be as young as I once was, but nevertheless I am slotted for Sniper school in the spring and RSLC next fall. I look forward to the challenge.

Rangerguru · Post by **Rangerguru** » August 4th, 2009, 11:20 am

Welcome

Jim · Post by **Jim** » August 4th, 2009, 1:31 pm

Welcome...

Were you in City Troop?

frmrcatamount · Post by **frmrcatamount** » August 4th, 2009, 1:43 pm

Jim wrote:Welcome...

Were you in City Troop?

Yes, I was in the First City Troop. I suppose officially I still am, as a non-active trooper.

I have to confess, not the first question I expected on ArmyRanger.com.

The First Troop Philadelphia City Cavalry is a unique organization, to say the least.

Jim · Post by **Jim** » August 4th, 2009, 2:13 pm

frmrcatamount wrote: I have to confess, not the first question I expected on ArmyRanger.com.

Well, you have a unique experience. A friend of mine is still a member. For those not familiar with First Troop Philadelphia City Cavalry, here is the website:
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rgrwest · Post by **rgrwest** » August 4th, 2009, 2:36 pm

Welcome

smokn38 · Post by **smokn38** » August 4th, 2009, 7:01 pm

Welcome.

RANGER513 · Post by **RANGER513** » August 4th, 2009, 9:40 pm

Good intro.

Squared away Sig Line.

Welcome ! Enjoy the site.

Steadfast · Post by **Steadfast** » August 5th, 2009, 4:55 am

Welcome frmrcatamount. Great history in your old unit.

Jim, thanks for the link. Great read.

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