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Culture of Hatred
Mr. Gasser talks about how it became obvious that the people in Bosnia carried such a hatred for each other.
How to Survive Hatred
Mr. Gasser talks about what it was like to be among all the hatred and not let it affect you.
Sad Memory
Mr Gasser talks about while in Bosnia near the end of his term he had a confrontation with a gentleman who was wasted and just did not want him there.
Three Types of People
Mr. Gasser talks about how in Bosnia there were three types of people living there. Those that love you, those that hate you and those that do not acknowledge you.
Close calls - Part 2 of 2
Mr. Grossinger describes some ‘close calls’ he experienced during his experiences in Lebanon.
Close calls - Part 1 of 2
Mr. Grossinger describes some ‘close calls’ he experienced during his experiences in Lebanon.
Airborne Jump Training
Mr. Nystad is explaining jump training and also how well his first actual jump went without a hesitation.
Heading to Gaza
Mr. Nystad tells about his trip to Gaza where he had to drive unescorted and could only carry an unloaded SMG.
“The Green Line”
Mr. Nystad recalls about a time a Turkish soldier was asleep on the job and his officer walked up to him and shot him for his actions.
Sights and smells in Bosnia
Mr. Grossinger talks about what he saw and smelled going into Okachani.
Flashbacks
Mr. Grossinger talks about having flashbacks and how difficult it is to deal with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). He also talks about how he lost a friend to suicide who suffered from PTSD.
Afghanistan
Mr. Grossinger talks about being in Afghanistan and what it was like to be in a combat situation. He describes the environment and the physical challenges of being there. He also talks about going through caves when looking for the enemy.