tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1143968098027919513.post675746464422267116..comments2024-01-24T11:17:35.123-06:00Comments on The Long Dirt Road: Eugene Pottinger is on his way home! Michele Spryhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14162031668436151601noreply@blogger.comBlogger30125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1143968098027919513.post-22394058330998078042013-04-18T08:10:56.128-05:002013-04-18T08:10:56.128-05:00Young lady, you're obviously a kind and decent...Young lady, you're obviously a kind and decent person.<br /><br />Unfortunately, you were "conned." This guy is a phony, through and through. We weren't in Vietnam for 20 years. And there's no way he served in Hanoi. Hanoi is in North Vietnam and we never quite made it there. His "background" is full of holes and he isn't listed on the registry of POWs from any war.<br /><br />But thank you for being nice to him. That makes you a classy lady.Stevehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06997487423376182537noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1143968098027919513.post-56374111471667450012013-02-18T21:00:55.442-06:002013-02-18T21:00:55.442-06:00I would hope that this experience doesn't damp...I would hope that this experience doesn't dampen the giving spirit of Ms. Spry - she has the heart of a REAL warrior, unlike this poser. This Marine Vet thanks you for your kindness, Ms. Spry - and I promise to never cease dragging these poer cretins into the light of day. If for no other reason than so a person as good as Ms. Spry doesn't get taken again. God bless you, ma'am. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1143968098027919513.post-83031996224251276412013-02-14T10:46:57.430-06:002013-02-14T10:46:57.430-06:00http://scotty-stolenvaloroffendersexposed.blogspot...http://scotty-stolenvaloroffendersexposed.blogspot.com/2013/02/eugene-pottinger-navy-seal-vietnam-pow.htmlAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12654960284970375752noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1143968098027919513.post-39133433959443929552013-02-13T14:12:19.727-06:002013-02-13T14:12:19.727-06:00No record at the NPRC of EUGENE POTTINGER serving ...No record at the NPRC of EUGENE POTTINGER serving in any branch of the US Armed Forces EVER.. He is a Military POSER !! Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12654960284970375752noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1143968098027919513.post-86066786992293430532013-01-18T16:07:40.777-06:002013-01-18T16:07:40.777-06:00Ma'am,
Thank you for your kind treatment t...Ma'am,<br /> Thank you for your kind treatment to an individual you believed to be a needy veteran. A tip: Sadly, when an individual claims to be a former SEAL, Special Ops, or POW, 9 times out of 10 they are lying. Liars and con artists tend to go big in their lies. As has been stated, no veteran will be offended by asking vetting questions.<br /><br />Regardless, he probably was a man in need, so there's that.<br /><br />Thank you again.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1143968098027919513.post-7875481296904625522013-01-18T14:04:47.838-06:002013-01-18T14:04:47.838-06:00Ms. Spry, I commend your good works but may I also...Ms. Spry, I commend your good works but may I also offer my caution when dealing with "veterans". As an Honoably Discharged Marine I would/will never take offense if someone asked me vetting questions. Becaue of the proliferation of PHONY VETs, I have taken to carrying my DD-214 (discharge papers) in the glovebox of my truck. Yat Yas 1833, ask A Marine, he'll know what I am.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1143968098027919513.post-11450836827443408762013-01-18T13:24:13.742-06:002013-01-18T13:24:13.742-06:00Ms. Spry,
Folks like you make this ...Ms. Spry, <br /><br /> Folks like you make this a great nation. Thank you for having such a gracious spirit that you would assist a veteran in need. <br /><br /> I am sorry you were taken in by a con man, this story points out what a wonderful person you are while also exposing how believable many of these con men turn out to be.<br /><br /> Men like Mr. Pottinger who would claim unearned honors for monetary or other intangibles are beneath contempt and cast aspersions on the honesty and integrity of those who are legitimate veterans and soldiers. I believe there is a Karmic justice that awaits Mr. Pottinger, he shall reap what he has sown eventually. <br /><br />My best to you and your blog ma'am.Veritas Omnia Vincithttp://www.thisainthell.usnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1143968098027919513.post-63465796299205315502013-01-18T12:26:09.942-06:002013-01-18T12:26:09.942-06:00There are at least 100 fake SEALs for every 1 real...There are at least 100 fake SEALs for every 1 real SEAL. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1143968098027919513.post-86404644794212180932013-01-18T12:11:03.990-06:002013-01-18T12:11:03.990-06:00I think this might leave a bruise ..ouch !
I think this might leave a bruise ..ouch !<br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1143968098027919513.post-21561180466885179932013-01-18T12:00:00.422-06:002013-01-18T12:00:00.422-06:00Another Phoney Navy SEAL and their elaborate story...Another Phoney Navy SEAL and their elaborate story packed full of BS.... 3 easy questions... what class were you? Who was your swim buddy? What team were you? Sorry that all of you were decieved by this man's elaborate lies. Good day and Gods speed.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1143968098027919513.post-19111051071772147522013-01-18T11:21:37.897-06:002013-01-18T11:21:37.897-06:00Madam,
I greatly appreciate your interest in uphol...Madam,<br />I greatly appreciate your interest in upholding the honor of the US Navy SEAL Teams, and your search for the TRUTH. Before answering your questions I must make clear that I am a private individual, not affiliated with the US Dept. of Defense or any other government organization. My efforts to expose SEAL imposters are performed as a service to the public, and in honor of my fallen SEAL Teammates… men who truly earned the right to the title “US NAVY SEAL” but who are no longer able to stand forward in defense of their honor, their reputations, and their TEAMs. <br /><br />If the name you provided is spelled correctly, I do NOT find a listing in the SEAL Database (SEAL Teams and predecessor units from 1943 to the Present Day) for anyone named EUGENE POTTINGER. I have also examined possible alternate spellings, and names with similar pronunciations without finding any that appear to be applicable. <br /><br />Unless he has undertaken the unlikely action of a legal name change (an action for which there would be evidence in the form of court documentation) since his claimed participation in SEAL training, and based upon the information you have provided, I can state conclusively that EUGENE POTTINGER has NEVER COMPLETED SEAL training, and he is not now, nor was he ever a Navy SEAL, a Navy UDT “Frogman”, a member of any Naval Combat Demolition Unit (NCDU), or a member of the Naval Amphibious Scouts & Raiders (S&R). <br /><br />Many SEAL imposters when confronted with the information I have provided will resort to claiming that their records are sealed, burned or their SEAL Operations were Classified and that there are no official records of them.<br />Before any classified operations may be undertaken as a SEAL Operator, a man must first successfully complete the Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL (BUD/S) Training program and then the follow-on secondary training program. The names of all those who successfully graduate from that training program sequence are compiled in the SEAL database. Later participation in classified operations has "no impact" on whether or not a person is listed as a graduate of the training program. <br /><br />There are records of every man who has qualified for the title of “SEAL”; there have been and will continue to be secret missions, but there are NO secret SEALs.<br /><br />For additional US NAVY confirmation of my findings regarding Mr. EUGENE POTTINGER's lack of SEAL credentials you may contact the Public Affairs Office at the NAVAL SPECIAL WARFARE COMMAND in Coronado, California by telephoning (619) 537-1133. You may also contact the UDT-SEAL Association via email at info@udtseal.org, or by telephone at (757) 318-3764; while they are not formal/official representatives of the US Navy, they have been granted access to the SEAL Database in order to verify credentials of potential members. You may also consider contacting the Naval Special Warfare Archives by email at archives@frii.com; that organization is responsible for creating the original SEAL Database and their extensive collection of documentation exceeds even that held by the US Navy.<br /><br />Thank you again for your concern in this matter, and for your assistance in upholding the honor of the US Navy SEAL Teams. If I can be of any further assistance to you in this matter, please contact me at your convenience. <br /><br />Respectfully, Don Shipley BUD/S 131, SEAL Team ONE, SEAL Team TWO.<br />Owner http://www.extremesealexperience.com/ <br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1143968098027919513.post-28070415401910171872012-08-26T10:33:25.226-05:002012-08-26T10:33:25.226-05:00As a Vietnam vet I would like to correct the fact ...As a Vietnam vet I would like to correct the fact that Eugene Pottinger was never a POW. (Please check the official Vietnam POW list.) I cannot comment about other parts of his story but have never heard of such a title as Commander Navy Seal. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1143968098027919513.post-42045284384009979802012-08-14T09:09:12.364-05:002012-08-14T09:09:12.364-05:00Misfortunes tell us what fortune is.
Time works gr...Misfortunes tell us what fortune is.<br />Time works great changes.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03690827478042465347noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1143968098027919513.post-84016333319984738972012-08-14T08:47:42.747-05:002012-08-14T08:47:42.747-05:00Thank you everyone for your encouragement, support...Thank you everyone for your encouragement, support, thoughts and prayers for this man over the last few days. If I didn't have such amazing people in my life I wouldn't have had the courage to do this. I am a very determined, stubborn, hard headed person. When I get an idea about something I give my heart.... this man just needed someone to care. I can't wait to share his thoughts of his time here and get his letter once he arrives home.Michele Spryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14162031668436151601noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1143968098027919513.post-80142259533543617712012-08-14T08:23:51.026-05:002012-08-14T08:23:51.026-05:00Michele you are truly amazing! Always willing to d...Michele you are truly amazing! Always willing to do whatever you can to help someone in need. This story brought tears to my eyes. I am so blessed to be able to call you my friend. LOVE YOU GIRL! <br />Pat Garmonnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1143968098027919513.post-63483736417336715802012-08-13T23:10:39.524-05:002012-08-13T23:10:39.524-05:00Wow, wonderful story! May God richly bless your l...Wow, wonderful story! May God richly bless your life for being a good samartan!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1143968098027919513.post-89343447534753852792012-08-13T22:40:05.696-05:002012-08-13T22:40:05.696-05:00feri got godferi got godAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16042501033728380573noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1143968098027919513.post-25801124966436995152012-08-13T22:14:08.928-05:002012-08-13T22:14:08.928-05:00A story worth to be sharedA story worth to be sharedAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17605753918359222136noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1143968098027919513.post-21065634693004076732012-08-13T21:41:30.659-05:002012-08-13T21:41:30.659-05:00God Bless you... Its good to know there is good pe...God Bless you... Its good to know there is good people in this world....Eugene thanks for servicing.....God Bless you.<br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1143968098027919513.post-85241571091092418702012-08-13T21:37:21.501-05:002012-08-13T21:37:21.501-05:00I'm a hot mess just reading this. What a bless...I'm a hot mess just reading this. What a blessing you gave this man. Wouldn't the world be such a better place, if we just took the time to listen to one another ? Looking forward to hearing the next chapter. God bless you for such compassion. <br />Cindy Mutrux Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1143968098027919513.post-44551313314872122042012-08-13T21:33:38.296-05:002012-08-13T21:33:38.296-05:00Michele, St.Francis was quoted as saying, "sh...Michele, St.Francis was quoted as saying, "share your faith every day, and when necessary use words." Your actions spoke much louder than any of our words today. Thank you! Dave Hockettnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1143968098027919513.post-75324494105246968252012-08-13T21:04:44.911-05:002012-08-13T21:04:44.911-05:00This is an amazing story and that last photo of th...This is an amazing story and that last photo of the empty side of the road... wow. I can't wait to read his letter. Your compassion is infectious Michele. There's a reason why you stopped and he found you...Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05158278907187702587noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1143968098027919513.post-78202161708729929372012-08-13T21:04:29.989-05:002012-08-13T21:04:29.989-05:00This an amazing story, Michelle, and tells me that...This an amazing story, Michelle, and tells me that your heart is even bigger than I thought it was, something I would not have imagined to be possible.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17815214184405455265noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1143968098027919513.post-50610570179730240252012-08-13T20:39:06.776-05:002012-08-13T20:39:06.776-05:00I for one will be following this story! How I wis...I for one will be following this story! How I wish I had your courage!<br />BlessingsOsage Bluff Quilterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02221434879848622632noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1143968098027919513.post-22793316085010266902012-08-13T17:39:42.803-05:002012-08-13T17:39:42.803-05:00Thank you for being you, Michele..... And thank yo...Thank you for being you, Michele..... And thank you for sharing your amazing story. I hope you keep us posted!<br /><br />Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17856103962597677815noreply@blogger.com