Vietnam veteran son found in memories and milestones
A Frederick family recalls Christopher Merrick a Vietnam veteran who joined the Army at 21, served as an engineer, was wounded, sent letters home, and ultimately left the service with a hardship discharge. His father laments wartime mismanagement while honoring his son’s patriotism and the family’s effort to move forward with four grandchildren.
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Media attention boosts inquiries at Martinsburg Vietnam center
The Martinsburg West Virginia Vietnam veterans center reports more inquiries since the film Platoon gained media attention. Center counselors note the movie prompts discussions and consider it a tool for psychotherapy, helping veterans talk about fear, anger, and memories while maintaining strict confidentiality.
Dying Vietnam vet sees Platoon at last wish fulfilled
Roy Rhodes a 34 year old Army veteran of the 101st Airborne who served in Vietnam in 1969 70 and was awarded the Bronze Medal and the Army Commendation Medal watched the movie Platoon with family and friends at his Terra Alta home Orion Pictures sent a special video of the film director Oliver Stone expressed support Rhodes who is dying of lung cancer had long wished to see the film before he died and his request was fulfilled by a group of veterans and his community
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