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American Veteran

In the Heat of Battle

In combat, a heightened level of fear and anxiety becomes the new normal. A Veteran remembers going out on patrols where every step could be a booby-trap or an ambush. A WWII vet describes flying through bursting shells as he bombed Berlin. Hear what it’s like to be in a fire-fight, drive through Iraq getting shot at, stage a rescue while battling 25-foot seas, or fly unmanned aircraft.

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Episode 3: The Return
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For many Veterans, the road back to civilian life is full of uncertainty.
Episode 2: The Mission
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There is a very stark line between before boot camp and after boot camp.
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