Mike Vining on Vietnam, Delta Force, and the sardines he never ate
A US soldier's experience in Vietnam is a notable story. Mike Vining, a young soldier at the time, received care packages from his mother, which included cookies, canned goods, and sardines. The sardines were sent on the advice of his little brother, but Vining never ate them, instead trading them away.
This story provides a glimpse into Vining's life before his notable military career. Further details about Mike Vining's life and military accomplishments are available from the source, including his role as a founding member of Delta Force and his work as an EOD tech in Vietnam.
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