Bob Suchke photos page 1

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Lt. Col. Bob Suchke and Jim "Lobo" Bates. This picture was taken in Jan 1990 just out side the "box" at Torii Station, Okinawa, Japan on the occasion of my (outgoing) change of command. Jim (LOBO) Bates and I were the only L Co veterans in the 1st Bn, 1st Special Forces Group and it was a 'special' ceremony to recognize how far we had both come and the fact we were still serving together.  I admired and respected Jim Bates greatly. I knew he was one soldier I could always count on, no matter what. The L Co Ranger scroll that we are holding is one I had made of Philippine mahogany and it is hanging in a place of honor today in my basement.  And Jim, if you get this, you owe me an email. All the best, brother.
Bob Suchke

1st LT Bob Suchke

Bob in war paint, ready for the bush.

Rucked up and waitin' for a ride.

With awards earned while with D Troop 2/17, but presented while with L Company.