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We continue the story of Richard Stachurski from the previous episode. Part 1 is here https://coldwarconversations.com/episode260
In 1971 Richard left NASA and was assigned to the Drone/Remotely Piloted Vehicle Systems Program Office at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Ohio.
From 1975-1978 Richard did a tour of duty with the Air Staff at the Pentagon in Washington D.C. and between 1978-1981: he was Deputy Program Manager, Ground Launched Cruise Missile Program (GLCM) System Program Office-engaged in the adaptation of the Navy’s SLCM for use by the Air Force.
In 1981 he was assigned to the staff at USAFE Headquarters (Ramstein Air Force Base, Germany) responsible for the deployment of the GLCM to five European countries (England, Germany, Netherlands, Belgium, and Italy).
Richard was then promoted in 1984 to Vice Commander, Commander, 487th Tactical Missile Wing, Comiso Air Station, Sicily where he was responsible for the missile wing's operational readiness, and his troops' welfare.
0:00 Introduction and background of Richard Stachurski
4:18 Rationale behind developing drone programs
13:12 Design and manufacture of the missile launcher and control center
17:34 Richard Stachurski's agreement to go to the Royal College of Defense Studies in London
34:45 Initial impressions of Comiso Air Base and roles at the base
41:10 Encounter with Russian special forces
45:30 Dealing with peace protesters and security protocol
46:49 The short-lived cruise missile program
51:59 The significance of the Apollo 11 mission
53:20 Cold War Conversations Store Promotion
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Cold War history is disappearing; however, a simple monthly donation will keep this podcast on the air. You’ll become part of our community and get a sought-after CWC coaster as a thank you and bask in the warm glow of knowing you are helping preserve Cold War history.
Just go to https://coldwarconversations.com/donate/
If a monthly contribution is not your cup of tea, We also welcome one-off donations via the same link.
Episode notes and videos here https://coldwarconversations.com/episode261
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We continue the story of Richard Stachurski from the previous episode. Part 1 is here https://coldwarconversations.com/episode260
In 1971 Richard left NASA and was assigned to the Drone/Remotely Piloted Vehicle Systems Program Office at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Ohio.
From 1975-1978 Richard did a tour of duty with the Air Staff at the Pentagon in Washington D.C. and between 1978-1981: he was Deputy Program Manager, Ground Launched Cruise Missile Program (GLCM) System Program Office-engaged in the adaptation of the Navy’s SLCM for use by the Air Force.
In 1981 he was assigned to the staff at USAFE Headquarters (Ramstein Air Force Base, Germany) responsible for the deployment of the GLCM to five European countries (England, Germany, Netherlands, Belgium, and Italy).
Richard was then promoted in 1984 to Vice Commander, Commander, 487th Tactical Missile Wing, Comiso Air Station, Sicily where he was responsible for the missile wing's operational readiness, and his troops' welfare.
0:00 Introduction and background of Richard Stachurski
4:18 Rationale behind developing drone programs
13:12 Design and manufacture of the missile launcher and control center
17:34 Richard Stachurski's agreement to go to the Royal College of Defense Studies in London
34:45 Initial impressions of Comiso Air Base and roles at the base
41:10 Encounter with Russian special forces
45:30 Dealing with peace protesters and security protocol
46:49 The short-lived cruise missile program
51:59 The significance of the Apollo 11 mission
53:20 Cold War Conversations Store Promotion
Table of contents powered by PodcastAI✨
Cold War history is disappearing; however, a simple monthly donation will keep this podcast on the air. You’ll become part of our community and get a sought-after CWC coaster as a thank you and bask in the warm glow of knowing you are helping preserve Cold War history.
Just go to https://coldwarconversations.com/donate/
If a monthly contribution is not your cup of tea, We also welcome one-off donations via the same link.
Episode notes and videos here https://coldwarconversations.com/episode261
Support the project! https://coldwarconversations.com/donate/
Follow us on Twitter https://twitter.com/ColdWarPod
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/coldwarpod/
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/coldwarconversations/
Youtube https://youtube.com/@ColdWarConversations
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