discus Posted September 24, 2012 Posted September 24, 2012 In very nonspecific terms, after Luttrell's team ran into difficulties, Rich and his crew flew DAY and night sorties when no other AFSOC transport would dropping bundles of radio batteries/water/food at low level in the valleys around the survivor. They threw out leaflets soliciting help and promising rewards for his team's safe return. When the village elder sent for help, the villager was carrying one of the leaflets. You can read about the difficulties Luttrell's team ran into and get s flavor for the terrain/threat Rich and his crew contended with by reading Luttrell's book; but you won 't see any mention of the flights because Luttrell couldn't have that awareness given what was going on around him. LG Wurster pinned on the DFC in a quiet ceremony at Richard's unit. Still can't believe Rich is gone. Wow. BAMF.
Fud Posted September 24, 2012 Posted September 24, 2012 RIP brother...his impact on my career through this site was outstanding. Him him!
Spoo Posted September 27, 2012 Posted September 27, 2012 Damn. Godspeed BHB. Dude built a climbing wall in his Q room in UPT. Not sure why that was the first thing I thought of... Thanks for this bro.
JarheadBoom Posted September 27, 2012 Posted September 27, 2012 In very nonspecific terms, after Luttrell's team ran into difficulties, Rich and his crew flew DAY and night sorties when no other AFSOC transport would dropping bundles of radio batteries/water/food at low level in the valleys around the survivor. They threw out leaflets soliciting help and promising rewards for his team's safe return. When the village elder sent for help, the villager was carrying one of the leaflets. You can read about the difficulties Luttrell's team ran into and get s flavor for the terrain/threat Rich and his crew contended with by reading Luttrell's book; but you won 't see any mention of the flights because Luttrell couldn't have that awareness given what was going on around him. LG Wurster pinned on the DFC in a quiet ceremony at Richard's unit. Still can't believe Rich is gone. Damn...
Hacker Posted September 27, 2012 Posted September 27, 2012 when no other AFSOC transport would Are you saying that someone/some organization was tasked to do this, and they refused? And that Hauben's squadron/airframe/crew/whatnot heard this, and decided they'd go do it?
Spoo Posted September 29, 2012 Posted September 29, 2012 Are you saying that someone/some organization was tasked to do this, and they refused? And that Hauben's squadron/airframe/crew/whatnot heard this, and decided they'd go do it? It might be a little embellished, but who cares? Let it ride.
afnav Posted September 30, 2012 Posted September 30, 2012 This site has been wonderful since the first time I was told about it years ago. Sir, you created a great website. RIP. 1
Catbox Posted October 4, 2012 Posted October 4, 2012 I had no idea Rich was so young...a sincere thankyou for everything that BO.net was intended to be and everything it has become.
HU&W Posted October 5, 2012 Posted October 5, 2012 It appears that a memorial website has been set up for him. Not much content yet.
RASH Posted January 31, 2013 Posted January 31, 2013 Rest In Peace, Brother! Proud to have served with you...
M2 Posted April 10, 2013 Posted April 10, 2013 Today would have been Rich's 40th birthday! We miss ya, brother!
M2 Posted April 10, 2013 Posted April 10, 2013 There probably wasn't enough room at the bottom for all the accolades he deserved, such as great friend to so many, a mentor to all met, a shining example of a leader in today's Air Force and obviously founder of BaseOps. I hope whoever took that photo paid proper respects to him. 1
Beretta Posted December 30, 2013 Posted December 30, 2013 The world needs more good men such as him. Here's to Rich Hauben! Thank you for all you've done!
M2 Posted April 10, 2015 Posted April 10, 2015 Today would have been Rich's 42nd birthday. We still miss you, brother! 4
M2 Posted September 20, 2015 Posted September 20, 2015 Three years on and you are still very much missed, Rich. We raise a glass in your honor, brother! 6
M2 Posted April 11, 2016 Posted April 11, 2016 Today would have been Rich's 43rd birthday. Raise a glass to a warrior and great man, gentlemen... 'Till Valhalla, my friend! Cheers! M2 7
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