JanscruggsVietnamWarstories@buzzsprout.com
Jan Scruggs is founder of the nation's Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington DC. Vietnam War Stories are a way to discuss military service and the Memorial. Hear inspiring stories of overcoming obstacles from veterans. Each did what was asked of them by the nation -risking their lives. The effort for the Memorial had its beginning in his study of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder while getting a Masters Degree from American University. Scruggs continues to monitor the societal, spiritual and other impacts of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington DC. He is Chairman of the Selective Service National Appeals Board and a Member of the District of Columbia Bar Association. Contact at FOUNDEROFTHEWALL@gmail.com
JanscruggsVietnamWarstories@buzzsprout.com
Hawaii Viet Vet Becomes Gold Star Father!
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JAN SCRUGGS
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Season 2
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Episode 16
Alan Hoe comes from a tradition of warriors going all the way back to wars between the Chieftains of Hawaii prior to the arrival of the Europeans and Americans. this was dramatic warfare as early as the 11th Century.
Alan got drafted into the US Army at age 19. He saw heavy combat in Vietnam as a Medic.
He tells the story of his talented son who was Killed In Action in Mosul and offers advice to others who must face tragedy.
Allen is an American hero. Lawyer, Judge, Combat Medic!