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1946 C-Rations
Medic Larry Lick was only at basecamp for about two weeks out of 10 1/2 months. One mission was 110 days straight without a shower, a change of clothes, or real food. After wearing his boots for two months straight, he almost lost his feet.
A lot of people don't realize--for 10 1/2 months we ate 1946 C-rations.
Biographical Details
Submitted From: St. Paul, MN
Primary Location During Vietnam: Vietnam 
Story Subject: Military Service
Military Branch: U.S. Army
Dates of Service: 1966 - 1968
Unit: 3/4 Cavalry
Specialty: Medic
Larry's story was captured with the help of TPT's Minnesota Remembers Vietnam team at the 2017 Minnesota State Fair.
Story Themes: 25th Infantry Division, 3/4 Cavalry, Brotherhood, C-Rations, C-Rats, Food, Korea, Medical Personnel, Otis Redding, Race, State Fair Interviews
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