In remembering the fallen and survivors of war on this Memorial Day I thought I'd post a work of Cajun Bob barking orders under fire on a combat operation in South Vietnam 1968. He was a member of my unit (Delta Company) 1st Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division. After we fought in the battle of Hue City during the Tet Offensive 1968, I never got to see many of my fellow grunt brothers again. This is dedicated to them and their families. Semper Fideles. This work is based on a Life Magazine photo.
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Anonymous Guest 17 Mar 2008
the picture of bob thoms is my brother.It's a very good painting of him. I have the magazine from that year.jesus cardenas 27 Aug 2007
awsome! i draw similar things check out my drawingsCarliss Mora 25 May 2007
Charles, this is just wonderful! So glad you created this!helen tyralik 25 May 2007
dramatic art,well doneLawrence Hickman 24 May 2007
awsome...very beautifulJoke Schotting 24 May 2007
EXCELLENT ART !!!Jean M. Laffitau 24 May 2007
Touching, powerful and excellent piece of art!!Mari Connors 24 May 2007
Wonderful piece. You've captured so much.