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The Story of Cpl. Jason Dunham

On April 14, 2004 on a road near Husaybah, Iraq, Cpl. Jason Dunham intentionally used his own helmet body to cover an enemy grenade, saving the lives of at least two of his fellow Marines. Cpl. Dunham, who was mortally wounded, would later become the first Marine to receive the Medal of Honor in Operation Iraqi Freedom, awarded on November 10, 2006 - the 231st birthday of the Corps, and what would have been his 25th birthday. In this episode, two Marines who served with Dunham on that day - Maj. Trent Gibson and Sgt. Jason Sanders - recall this story of valor and sacrifice.

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Lt. General Hal Moore

Hal Moore is co-author of the acclaimed book We Were Soldiers Once...and Young, and is one of the most distinguished veterans of the Vietnam War. His book was later made into a movie staring Mel Gibson as then Lt. Colonel Moore. General Moore talks about his experiences in Vietnam, and recounts just how accurate the Hollywood version was.

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Band of Brothers: Bill Guarnere & Babe Heffron

In this edition, Gene has a conversation with William Wild Bill Guarnere and Edward Babe Heffron, two of the famed Band of Brothers. The two, with journalist Robyn Post, wrote the book Brothers in Battle, Best of Friends... Believe it or not, even though they lived blocks apart in their native South Philadelphia, the two didn't meet until years later in Easy Company, 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment of the 101st Airborne Division in Europe.

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Col. Carroll Glines: The Doolittle Raid

During the darkest days of World War II in April, 1942, then-Lt. Col. Jimmy Doolittle led a daring raid on the Japanese homeland, providing a tremendous morale boost for the United States military. Retired Col. Carroll Glines was a cadet pilot in training at the time. He is a noted historian who is the official historian of General Doolittle and the Doolittle raid.

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Most Recent Podcasts

01 Jul 09

Profiles in Valor - Specialist David Hutchinson

Profiles in Valor, the newest radio program from the American Veterans Center, features a short interview with a decorated service member of today's generation. In this episode, host Tim Holbert interviews SPC David Hutchinson of the United States Army Reserve, a recipient of the Silver Star for actions in Operation Enduring Freedom. Hutchinson is only the fifth Army Reservist to receive this award.

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30 Jun 09

Allen B. Clark

A graduate of West Point, Allen B. Clark went on to serve as a Military Intelligence officer with the Fifth Special Forces group in Vietnam. On June 17, 1967, the Special Forces camp at Dak To came under enemy mortar attack, leaving Clark seriously wounded. Despite losing both of his legs, he would recover to be a successful public servant, and has spent the last 40 years helping others who have experienced similar injuries. Clark is the author of Wounded Soldier, Healing Warrior, and has been decorated with the Silver Star and Purple Heart.

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19 Jun 09

Leonard Lomell & Jack Kuhn

June 6, 1944: D-Day. Among the major targets of the Allied invasion forces were the large German guns based near Pointe du Hoc, which threatened the troops hitting Omaha and Utah beaches. The U.S. Army's 2nd Ranger Battalion was assigned the task of taking Pointe du Hoc, and disabling the German guns. This week, Veterans Chronicles profiles the story of Leonard Lomell, who found and destroyed the guns. Joining him is fellow Ranger Jack Kuhn.

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15 Jun 09

Lt. Colonel Oliver North & Captain Walter Bryan Jackson

This week, Gene Pell speaks to retired Marine Lt. Colonel Oliver North, author of the recently revised and updated American Heroes , featuring the stories of our service members who have been fighting on the front lines of Iraq and Afghanistan. Also appearing on this week's program is one of those heroes of today - Army Captain Walter Bryan Jackson, recipient of the Distinguished Service Cross for heroism in Operation Iraqi Freedom.

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11 Jun 09

Profiles in Valor - Major John Detro

Profiles in Valor, the newest radio program from the American Veterans Center, features a short interview with a decorated service member of today's generation. In this episode, host Tim Holbert interviews Major John Detro of the United States Army, a recipient of the Bronze Star with Valor for actions in Operation Iraqi Freedom.

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05 Jun 09

Colonel Dave E. Severance

This week, Gene Pell speaks to retired Marine Corps Colonel Dave E. Severance. After seeing combat as a platoon leader in the South Pacific during World War II, he was promoted to company commander of E Company, 2nd Battalion, 28th Marines. On February 23, 1945, men of E Company scaled Mt. Suribachi on Iwo Jima, taking the mountain and raising the American flags. The second flag raising was immortalized by Joe Rosenthal in the most famous photograph of World War II. Col. Severance went on to serve as a Marine Aviator in Korea, earning the Silver Star and Distinguished Flying Cross.

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04 Jun 09

Profiles in Valor - Sgt. John A Marra, Jr.

Profiles in Valor, the newest radio program from the American Veterans Center, features a short interview with a decorated service member of today's generation. In this episode, host Tim Holbert interviews Sgt. John A. Marra, Jr. of the United States Army Reserve, a recipient of the Bronze Star with Valor for actions in Operation Iraqi Freedom.

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29 May 09

Colonel Jack Broughton

This week Gene Pell speaks to retired Air Force Colonel Jack Broughton, author of several books including the recently published Rupert Red Two. Broughton flew in every Air Force fighter from the P-47 Thunderbolt to the F-106 Delta Dart, and is the recipient of the Air Force Cross - second only to the Medal of Honor - as well as four Distinguished Flying Crosses, and two Silver Stars.

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