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‘Nobody wants to know, it doesn’t matter, it’s too hard to talk about and I don’t want to talk about those times.’ Actually yes, people do want to know, it most certainly matters, and we have found when a sympathetic pair of ex-servicemen break the ice in the discussion with the veteran, they find they do want to talk – the process is cathartic for the veteran and liberating in the same way a counsellor releases a pent-up memory. It can help the veteran and their closest family members to talk in ways they previously been unable to find.
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We talk to Sergeant Mark Franklin (Ret) about his time at 10 Armoured Car Squadron in Sector 10 Oshakati during the Angolan Bush War. Mark shares some of his everyday memories of the time he spent operating from the base.
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We talk to Lieutenant Colonel Leon Lombard (Ret) about his time at 10 Armoured Car Squadron in Sector 10 Oshakati. Leon shares some of his everyday memories of the time as a young Lieutenant. https://www.youtube.com/c/HistoricMilitaryInterviews
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We talk to Warren Hornsey about his time when he joined 1 Special Service Battalion and what he remembers of this experience. Warren was a driver in an Eland Armoured Car and participated in the Angolan Bush War.
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We talk to Mark Franklin about his time when he joined 1 Special Service Battalion and what he remembers of this experience. Mark achieved the rank of sergeant and trained on both armoured vehicles and tanks and was involved in the Angolan Bush War.
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We sit down with a retired Lieutenant Colonel Leon Lombard to hear first hand accounts of his experiences serving in the 1 Special Service Battalion an Armoured Reconnaissance Unit during the Angolan Bush War. Leon discusses joining 1SSB and how an armoured unit was structured and worked.
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Join us in this compelling video as we sit down with a retired Lieutenant Colonel Leon Lombard to hear first hand accounts of his experiences serving in the 1 Special Service Battalion an Armoured Reconnaissance Unit during the Angolan Bush War in the South African army. Gain insights into his journey and the profound impact of his service. Don't miss this engaging story of life in the military.
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The National Vietnam Veterans Museum is a non-profit organisation that was set up to remember and recognise Australian diggers who returned from Vietnam. The museum is not focused on the war aspect but more on the everyday stories of diggers and the challenges during their time in Vietnam and after their return. The museum houses many artefacts such as medals, letters and photos donated by veterans, but it also has a unique collection of military equipment such as helicopters, trucks and jeeps. There are displays that tell you about life on base camp, daily activities and what it was like when they were at war.
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It's not easy for Vietnam veterans to find support, or even to talk about their experiences. It's even harder when they come home and realize that their friends and family don't understand what they've been through. That's why John Methven, a retired Australian Army officer and Vietnam veteran, established the National Vietnam Veterans Museum in Victoria, Australia. The museum is dedicated to helping veterans find their own stories, as well as providing them with resources to deal with any issues they might be facing after coming home from war.
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This audio is about a group of volunteers restoration of a Vietnam Era de Havilland DHC-4 Caribou aircraft at the National Vietnam Veterans Museum in Victoria Australia. During the Vietnam War, the Caribou was used primarily for transport of troops and equipment. Its ability to land and take-off on short airstrips made it a great workhorse. With thanks to the National Vietnam Veterans Museum, Phillip Island, Victoria Australia
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Air Vice Marshall Alan Reed would fly RF-4c Phantom Bombers during the Vietnam war. He would fly more than 100 missions over North Vietnam doing arial reconnaissance. The RF-4C Phantom was designed by McDonnell Douglas in response to a US Air Force request for a photo-reconnaissance aircraft with two crew members, supersonic speed, and a high altitude capability. The prototype first flew in May 1966 and entered service in November 1967 with the 388th Tactical Fighter Wing at Korat RTAFB, Thailand. The RF-4Cs were used extensively during the Vietnam War. They provided reconnaissance support for ground troops, performed battle damage assessment photography, and took pictures of enemy installations that were used to plan strikes by B-52 bombers against those targets. In this video, Captain John Methven (Ret) shares Australian soldier experiences as a platoon commander and Regiment Signals Officer with the 2nd Battalion Royal Australian Regiment that was stationed at the Australian base at Nui Dat. John has dedicated his life to fighting for the recognition of Vietnam Veterans and assisting veterans dealing with PTSD and the impacts of agent orange. John is the founder and curator of the National Vietnam Veterans Museum at Philip Island in Victoria Australia.
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The Vietnam War was a very stressful time for soldiers. They were away from their families, they had to deal with being in a war zone and they were often subjected to violence. When soldiers would return from combat missions they found ways to relax. Often this would involve drinking large amounts of beer and watching movies and live shows when available. It's easy to see why they wanted to escape their memories and enjoy themselves once they were back at base! In this video, Captain John Methven (Ret) shares Australian soldier experiences as a platoon commander and Regiment Signals Officer with the 2nd Battalion Royal Australian Regiment that was stationed at the Australian base at Nui Dat. John has dedicated his life to fighting for the recognition of Vietnam Veterans and assisting veterans dealing with PTSD and the impacts of agent orange. John is the founder and curator of the National Vietnam Veterans Museum at Philip Island in Victoria Australia.
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Air Vice Marshall Alan Reed would fly RF-4c Phantom Bombers during the Vietnam war. He would fly more than 100 missions over North Vietnam doing arial reconnaissance. The RF-4C Phantom was designed by McDonnell Douglas in response to a US Air Force request for a photo-reconnaissance aircraft with two crew members, supersonic speed, and a high altitude capability. The prototype first flew in May 1966 and entered service in November 1967 with the 388th Tactical Fighter Wing at Korat RTAFB, Thailand. The RF-4Cs were used extensively during the Vietnam War. They provided reconnaissance support for ground troops, performed battle damage assessment photography, and took pictures of enemy installations that were used to plan strikes by B-52 bombers against those targets. In this video, Captain John Methven (Ret) shares Australian soldier experiences as a platoon commander and Regiment Signals Officer with the 2nd Battalion Royal Australian Regiment that was stationed at the Australian base at Nui Dat. John has dedicated his life to fighting for the recognition of Vietnam Veterans and assisting veterans dealing with PTSD and the impacts of agent orange. John is the founder and curator of the National Vietnam Veterans Museum at Philip Island in Victoria Australia.
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The Vietnam War was a brutal conflict that saw many soldiers from Australia lose their lives. The Australian government also sent two war artists to Vietnam to capture the horrors of war in their artwork. One of these war artists was Lt Bruce Fletcher, who was seriously wounded upon arrival in Vietnam by a round that went off when a soldier carrying a number of enemy rifles dropped one of them which unfortunately still had a round in the chamber which went off. On debarking from the ramp at the back of the plane where he had just landed, Lt Fletcher was struck by this stray round and suffered serious injuries to his leg. Despite this unfortunate accident, Lt Fletcher went on to complete several sketches and paintings of Australian soldiers during his time in Vietnam, documenting their bravery and sacrifice for future generations. In this video, Captain John Methven (Ret) shares Australian soldier experiences as a platoon commander and Regiment Signals Officer with the 2nd Battalion Royal Australian Regiment that was stationed at the Australian base at Nui Dat. John has dedicated his life to fighting for the recognition of Vietnam Veterans and assisting veterans dealing with PTSD and the impacts of agent orange. John is the founder and curator of the National Vietnam Veterans Museum at Philip Island in Victoria Australia.
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During the Vietnam War a group of soldiers from the 2nd Royal Australian Regiment (2nd RAR) had the day before returned from a patrol. While resting they were asked to go outside the wire to see a helicopter power display. While watching three soldiers stopped to pose for a photo. Thirty seconds later a wayward missile from a helicopter would fall amongst them them killing three in total and severely wounding 14 others. A friendly photo within seconds turns to devastation. The three soldiers are Dennis (Dave) Enright, Harry Leggett and Stan Radomi. One soldiers words "Yeah it was a lovely sunny day at Nui Dat. We'll leave it at that! We can't change yesterday. I'm just another Nasho. In this video, Captain John Methven (Ret) shares Australian soldier experiences as a platoon commander and Regiment Signals Officer with the 2nd Battalion Royal Australian Regiment that was stationed at the Australian base at Nui Dat. John has dedicated his life to fighting for the recognition of Vietnam Veterans and assisting veterans dealing with PTSD and the impacts of agent orange. John is the founder and curator of the National Vietnam Veterans Museum at Philip Island in Victoria Australia.
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Today, we have the honour of talking to 102-year-old 2nd World War veteran Jim Brooks about his memories. We talk to him about his time he spent during the 2nd World War in Darwin, Papua New Guinea, and Borneo. The Borneo campaign was considered the final major Australian operations of the 2nd world war in the Pacific. Beginning on 1 May 1945 and continuing through to August, the campaign comprised of three distinct operations: Balikpapan, Brunei Bay and Tarakan. Overall, Australian casualties numbered more than 2000 for the entire campaign.
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Today, we have the honour of talking to 102-year-old 2nd World War veteran Jim Brooks about his WW2 memories. We talk to him about his time he spent during the 2nd World War in Darwin, Papua New Guinea, and Borneo. The Borneo campaign was considered the final major Australian operations of the 2nd world war in the Pacific. Beginning on 1 May 1945 and continuing through to August, the campaign comprised of three distinct operations: Balikpapan, Brunei Bay and Tarakan. Overall, Australian casualties numbered more than 2000 for the entire campaign.
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The Vietnam War would have a significant impact on many young Australian lives. In this audio, Russell Jackson shares his experiences based in the 17 Construction Engineers in Nui Dat in Vietnam. The Vietnam War would have a significant impact on his life. Pulled from civilian life for two years where his life would be put on hold, Russell talks about how he coped with being away from home and what it was like to return to Australia after coming home.
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In this audio, we interview volunteers at the National Vietnam Veterans Museum in Victoria, Australia. The museum is restoring a C-130A Hercules cockpit nose, which was used primarily for transport of troops, ammunition and supplies between Vung Tau and Australia during the Vietnam War. This is a great video highlighting the importance of preserving history and honouring those who served. With thanks to the National Vietnam Veterans Museum, Phillip Island, Victoria Australia
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The Rhodesian SAS (Special Air Service) was a special forces unit that served in the Rhodesian Bush War, which took place from 1965 to 1979. In this audio, we speak to Ian Mackenzie, who fought for the Rhodesian SAS. Ian speaks frankly about preparing for combat and his first combat experience. It is an intimate and powerful account of military courage in the face of great danger. Through the stories of real SAS soldiers, the audio explores the depths of human fear and the heights of human courage.
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