NKP Commandos

Miscellaneous Information

Contact Us: Please feel free to contact us by E-Mail- info@nkpcommandos.com

Thank you for stopping by our website today. NKP Commandos was created to provide
information about The Secret War and the contributions and sacrifices made by the personnel
assigned to Nakhon Phanom, Royal Thai Air Force Base. We have endeavored to be as
accurate as possible through research, interviews and published materials. We focused on a
period of time (1970-72) when NKP was at it's peak from a growth standpoint. We focused on the
primary units operating from the base during that period of time. In some cases, we did not
report on the smaller units supporting larger units. An example of that would be Task Force
Alpha (TFA) and the Igloo White program. There were specialized units under TFA that we did
not address specifically. As the information was entered into the website data base we
summarized the material and pointed to specific websites where more detailed information
could be obtained. Key word searches for specific information can also be conducted. Also, as
we completed the work on the website we were mindful that it should be as professional as
possible in appearance. We thought it only fitting that it mirror the professionalism of the proud
personnel who served at NKP. Also on our home page we added the logo for Air America even
though they were not resident as a unit during the period of our focus. But, they were in and
out of NKP on a daily basis, and when our people needed Air America's help in Laos they would
come immediately. We salute them. Just one additional thing needs to be expressed. We do
not solicit, nor do we accept donations. We only provide information for your use and
enjoyment. Again, thanks for stopping by and please visit us again.

We have formed a discussion group called Secret War Vets. It is a group that
discusses subjects of mutual interest and we also exchange stories and photos
about our experiences connected with the Secret War. Presently we are a small
group, but we want to grow. If you would like to participate, click the button to the
right and join now. We look forward to hearing from you

This website was created by Billy G. Webb, a Vietnam War veteran with 23
yeas of service with the U.S. Air Force. Billy's service includes 9 years
Logistics Management, 3 years as a Military Training Instructor, and 12
years as a Criminal Investigator and Counterintelligence Specialist with
the Air Force Office of Special Investigations. Billy has a BS from
Southwest Texas State University and a MA from The University of The
Philippines under sponsorship of the U.S. Air Force. Billy is also a
Southeast Asia Area Specialist.

This website was edited by Jim Burns, a Subject Matter Expert. Jim is a
20 veteran of the U.S. Air Force as a Flight Mechanic and Flight Engineer.
Jim Is a Vietnam War Veteran with one combat tour as a Door
Gunner/Flight Mechanic with the 20th Helicopter Squadron (Green
Hornets). Jim also had a second combat tour with the 21st Special
Operations Squadron, NKP, Thailand from 1969-1970 as a Door Gunner
and Flight Mechanaic. Jim is a highly decorated Special Operations
professional and his awards include the Bronze Star, Distinguished Flying
Cross with 4 oak leaf clusters, the Air Medal with 12 Oak Leaf Clusters
and many other medals and awards. This guy is the real deal.

Jim Back Then

Jim These Days

Additional assistance in the editing of this website was provided by
another Subject Matter Expert and Vietnam War Veteran by the
name of Jim McCarthy. Jim served at NKP and in Vietnam as a Air
Cargo Specialist. Jim rigged parachutes, loaded the aircraft, rigged
equipment for air drop and worked with Combat Control Teams in the
recovery of air-dropped cargo. He was in the air, and on the ground
getting equipment to where it needed to be. After his four year tour of
duty in the Air Force, Jim became a Police Officer and subsequently
retired after 22 years. Jim continues to assist in the maintenance of
this site.

Billy Back then

Billy Nowadays