Abstract
For Lieutenant General Mike Dana, the HUMVEE was more than just a mission-ready vehicle—it became his home during the critical months of Operation Desert Storm. In February 1991, after being airlifted into Kuwait inside a CH-53 helicopter, he and his driver, JD Williams, spent three months living out of their HUMVEE, relying on its versatility for shelter and survival. This story offers a unique perspective on how the HUMVEE became a symbol of resilience and adaptability in one of history’s most pivotal operations.
My HUMVEE Story | by Lieutenant General Mike Dana. USMC
The HUMVEE truck was my literal home during Operation Desert Storm. It was February 1991, and my driver was JD Williams from western North Carolina – you can see his initials on the vehicle.
On day two of our deployment, this HUMVEE truck was externally lifted by a CH-53 into Kuwait. JD and I were inside the helicopter and after the vehicle was dropped, we jumped on and proceeded to live in that vehicle for three months.
If there was anything that I could count on, it was that our HUMVEE was a sturdy and rugged home!
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