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Soldier's return brings lessons and new appreciation
A Marine lance corporal Kurt McBride returns home to Lawrence after serving in the Persian Gulf. His mother Diana recalls Mother’s Day thoughts and the emotional impact of war on families. She credits community support, shared experiences with other military families, and her own Cuban crisis memories for strength.
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Kurt
24Th Marines
McBrides
Med- Equip
Persian Gulf
McBride
Vietnam
Mrs. McBride
Tional
Lawrence
Ben Biglae
Sherry McBride
Saudi Arabia
U.S. Marine Reserve