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Concentration Camps
Mr. O’Loan speaks about visiting Dachau Concentration Camp.
Vimy Ridge
Mr. O’Loan speaks about his experience visiting Vimy Ridge for the first time.
Prejudice From ‘Real War’ Veterans
Mr. Himes recalls the poor attitude of the legions and their members toward Korean War Veterans upon their return home. He describes one particular instance of prejudice during his first attempt to join the legion.
Impressions of the Enemy
Mr. Himes recalls his impression of the Chinese enemy, particularly his shock at the numbers of bodies sacrificed.
Out on Patrol
Mr. Himes describes the types of patrols in No Man’s Land (the valley separating the coalition force and Chinese held hills) that would be conducted under the cover of darkness, and recalls his participation in them.
Battle of Hill 187
Mr Himes describes his role in the Battle of Hill 187 - the worst action he was involved in while in Korea.
Premonitions of Death
Mr. Himes recalls a friend telling him during the voyage to Korea that he feared he wouldn’t survive two weeks. Mr Himes then describes his friend’s fate.
Surprise! Off to War
Mr. Himes recalls joining up to be sent to Korea in quick fashion - so quick his mother barely had time to react at all, let alone try to stop him.
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.
Friendly Fire
Mr. Grossinger talks about being in Afghanistan when four soldiers where lost to friendly fire.
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