Many veterans who worked in electronics and / or communications MOSs were exposed to the same chemicals that are polluting the water supply at Camp Lejune.

I worked on the Nike Hercules missile system guidance radars and computers in Germany, and we used "trike" as a cleaning agent for various electronic components. We used the stuff in a wash tub with a paint brush and our bare hands, with no ventilation.

Some veterans have suffered neurological, pulmonary and other medical problems due to this exposure. These problems, like Agent Orange and Hep-C, may not manifest themselves until later in life.

The Camp Lejune case hopefully will set a precedent for these veterans to receive care and compensation.

Thanks, Tom, for posting this item.