Fly by the Rowland Freedom Center to learn more about the fascinating history of aviation, the military and more over the years.
by Bruce Bartels
Save Water — Take a “Navy Shower”
According to one land-based observer, “Navy showers” offer clean alternative during local water shortages.
by Jerry Mulenburg
Looking for Ice in Saigon
A crew of American GIs got stuck on a maintenance mission in Vietnam and spent a memorable night in search of ice on the streets of Saigon.
by Bill Rawlinson
What Are Your Intentions?
A military pilot recalls a hair-raising experience in the air over Britain.
by R.A. Jones
Never Shoot Too Low
An “old soldier” from the Army once enjoyed a Navy cruise from San Diego to Mare Island and was pleasantly surprised by the ship’s honorary protocols and unconventional crew.
by Spike Flertzheim
Why We Wear Red on Fridays
Wearing red on Fridays has become a tradition at Paradise Valley Estates. Here’s why.
by Bill Rawlinson
Wrong Agents
A US military veteran recalls the time two German fishermen planned a fishing trip and caught an unexpected ride on an American Albatross.
by Fred Montonye
The General’s Jeep
A case of mistaken identity by four junior officers dramatically changes the course of one military jeep.
by Andy Anderson
It’s A Small World After All
Two Vietnam War veterans who served at same time on a northern Thailand base met for the first time decades later at Paradise Valley Estates.
by Julie Turner
Retired Navy Pilot Shares Antarctic Experience
Retired United States Navy commander and pilot Larry Coor shared his experiences being deployed in Antarctica during an interview at Paradise Valley Estates Life Plan Community.
