Chapter173

16/08/2026

30/07/2026

A proud U.S. Army veteran, Sam served as a paratrooper with the 173d Airborne Brigade.

Surrounded by the loving embrace of his family, Sam Ronald Mingle passed away peacefully on Monday, July 13, 2026, at Niagara Health – Niagara Falls Site, at the age of 81. Sam has now returned to the arms of his beloved soulmate, Judy, whom he missed dearly and spoke of every day. Together again,...

25/07/2026

Any Sky Soldiers in Texas, FYI.

24/07/2026

We're told this will soon be in Italy.

14/07/2026

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09/07/2026

Thank you SGT Nelson (Sigholtz recipient 2026) for donating this historical walking stick. SGT Nelson went to the national reunion and won a few items at the auction. This carefully carved walking stick was donated to the Brigades Junction City Room and will stay for many years to come.

02/07/2026

Thank you chapter 14 for the past, present and future Sky Soldiers plaque. Greatly appreciate B7 (CSM Peterson) for having DPW pressure washing the HQ building and the plaque.

17/06/2026

Colored in the centurion club board. 173rd Airborne Brigade
A few B-6's Some B-7's, Repel-7, blue Devil-7, and other O's and NCO's.

21/05/2026

Great mentor ride today. Switchbacks, cruising and back roads to complete the trip. Thanks to all who came out.