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Vietnam War

Click on Veteran's photo to see their service story. These Warriors served during the Vietnam War

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Where can I donate?

I have created a way to accept donations to grow the project, use the WWII Veterans Portrait Series Go Fund Me.

Where are you located?

I live in the San Diego area but have traveled to many locations to interview and photograph Veterans.


How Long is an Appointment?

Appointments usually last an hour. But please free up time for Mickey to set up lights and cameras, hold the interview, and take some still photographers for in the project.

Do you accept reservations?

Yes is the simple answer to the question. Each appointment is set up as an individual session. Group sessions have been set up when I visited a senior living facility or many of the California Veterans Homes.

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Allan J. Goodmanson<br />US AIR FORCE <br />SSGT<br />Vietnam <br /><br /> Allan Goodmanson, born on February 5, 1940, served in the California Air National Guard as part of the US Air Force for six years. He graduated from Cleveland High School in Portland, OR, in 1957 and continued his education at Seattle Pacific University, earning a degree in Economics and Business. He further pursued his education at the Wharton Graduate School, University of Pennsylvania, where he obtained a master’s in business. <br /> During his years of study, Allan was exempt from the draft but made a deliberate choice to serve by enlisting in the local Air National Guard unit, where he could utilize his skills.<br />Allan’s military journey began with eight weeks of Boot Camp at Lackland Air Force Base, followed by eight weeks of specialized training at Hayward Air Force Base, where he would drill with his local Guard Unit. He was initially assigned to the 129th Rescue Wing, California Air National Guard, stationed at Hayward Airport. This command was responsible for airlifting personnel and materials using C-46 aircraft. For two years, he served in the intelligence section, balancing weekend drills with weekday work at the phone company, PacBell. <br /> Later, Allan was transferred closer to home, joining the 162nd Combat Communications Group in Sacramento, CA. As a Senior Airman (SrA), he worked in the message center as a Radio Operator. He and his unit operated in communications trailers, providing crucial local communication support to commanders and first responders during natural disasters and emergencies. Allan’s dedication and service earned him a promotion to Staff Sergeant during his operations with the 162nd CCG. After his military service, Allan continued his career with Pacific Bell, where he worked for over 28 years.
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Allan Goodmanson - Mickey Strand - Veterans Series
Allan J. Goodmanson<br />US AIR FORCE <br />SSGT<br />Vietnam <br /><br /> Allan Goodmanson, born on February 5, 1940, served in the California Air National Guard as part of the US Air Force for six years. He graduated from Cleveland High School in Portland, OR, in 1957 and continued his education at Seattle Pacific University, earning a degree in Economics and Business. He further pursued his education at the Wharton Graduate School, University of Pennsylvania, where he obtained a master’s in business. <br /> During his years of study, Allan was exempt from the draft but made a deliberate choice to serve by enlisting in the local Air National Guard unit, where he could utilize his skills.<br />Allan’s military journey began with eight weeks of Boot Camp at Lackland Air Force Base, followed by eight weeks of specialized training at Hayward Air Force Base, where he would drill with his local Guard Unit. He was initially assigned to the 129th Rescue Wing, California Air National Guard, stationed at Hayward Airport. This command was responsible for airlifting personnel and materials using C-46 aircraft. For two years, he served in the intelligence section, balancing weekend drills with weekday work at the phone company, PacBell. <br /> Later, Allan was transferred closer to home, joining the 162nd Combat Communications Group in Sacramento, CA. As a Senior Airman (SrA), he worked in the message center as a Radio Operator. He and his unit operated in communications trailers, providing crucial local communication support to commanders and first responders during natural disasters and emergencies. Allan’s dedication and service earned him a promotion to Staff Sergeant during his operations with the 162nd CCG. After his military service, Allan continued his career with Pacific Bell, where he worked for over 28 years.