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Veterans Split Over Hostage Welcome Parade In Indiana And Beyond
Former hostage Frederick Kupke from Rensselaer Indiana says he understands anger of Vietnam veterans over the lavish greeting for the Iran hostages. In Indianapolis a veteran march expressed bitterness at ticker tape parades and medals for the freed captives. Many veterans and relatives call for equal acknowledgment of Vietnam era service while some hostages urged unity and continued patriotism. Monument plans surfaced as former hostages urged dignity and memory of all who served.
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Frederick Kupke
Iran
Rensselaer, Ind
Gary Cooper
Hammond
Ind
Paul Lewis
Homer
Ill
Lewis
Vietnam
Air Force
Paul Needham
Bellevue
Neb
Johnny McKeel
Balch Springs
Texas
Needham
Hellevue