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
Nam Combat Medic Finds Peace in Bands and Music Education
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JAN CRAIG SCRUGGS
Ram Chavez lives in beautiful Corpus Cristi Texas.
He had a successful band, The Impalas, until he was drafted into the US Army. He was trained as a Combat Medic and saw intense fighting during Tet. When his replacement was Killed in Action - he again volunteered to save wounds US GIs.
He survived numerous encounters with death in Vietnam, but had luck on his side as he kept American Soldiers alive. His life has revolved around music education and forming the Veterans Band of Corpus Cristi. He is a proud Mexican American and active with his church, his community and is a respected leader in the Great State of Texas!!