Everyone has a unique story on why they became a ham radio operator. Some people come in later in their lives with no experience, while others may have grown up around radio communication. I share my story on how I became an amateur radio operator and why I got my license in the first place. #HamRadio #AmateurRadio #K0LWC
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Chapters
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0:00 Introduction
0:30 How I started
1:38 Getting interested in ham radio
3:14 College ham radio
5:20 Why I really became a ham
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Stryker SR-955HPC 10 Meter Amateur Radio
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Tri-Band Yaesu VX-6R Submersible Amateur Ham Radio Transceiver (144/222/440)
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Baofeng UV-5R Upgrade Ham Radio UV-21R Dual Band Ham Radio Handheld Long Range Two Way Radio for Adults Rechargeable Walkie Talkies with VOX 999 Channels 771 High Gain Antenna Full Kit
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