Stormin' Norman ~ Military Heroes Series Traditional Cache
Shadow Chasers: Unfortunately we have to archive this cache. We spoke to Ashland police and they said due to vandalism and damage to the area by ATV and 4x4 drivers this area is now off limits. No Trespassing signs have been posted and the police patrol the area. Thanks to everyone who visited this cache
Stormin' Norman ~ Military Heroes Series
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Army Issue container big enough to hold small trackables. Terrain rating is based on an approach from the east.
Norman Schwarzkopf's legend was born in Vietnam, grew through his peacetime assignments in the 70's and 80's, and was solidified with his service as Commander of all coalition forces during the first Gulf War.
In Vietnam Schwarzkopf rushed to the aid of some of his men who were trapped in a minefield. Schwarzkopf entered the minefield and physically restrained a Soldier who was flailing around after being wounded by a mine. Schwarzkopf used a pinning technique he had learned as a wrestler so a splint could be applied to the Soldier's shattered leg. A nearby Soldier struck another mine injuring Schwarzkopf and many others. Schwarzkopf led his remaining men out of the minefield and ordered them to mark the safe path with shaving cream so others could follow them to safety. Schwarzkopf's actions earned him his third Silver Star for bravery.
General Schwarzkopf rose through the ranks and his career culminated when he was assigned as commander of U.S. Central Command and all coalition forces during Operation Desert Shield. General Schwarzkopf's offensive operational plan, called Operation Desert Storm, featured the "left hook" strategy that went into Iraq behind the Iraqi forces occupying Kuwait and was widely credited with bringing the ground war to a close in just four days.
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