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
Marine Officer in Afghanistan Dies On Operating Table- Springs Back-- to Life Renewed
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Season 1
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Episode 26
Tres Smith spent a career flying helicopters as a USMC Officer. In 2010 Tres was on an emergency mission to deliver food to marines surrounded in Afghanistan. Tres was shot several times with a machine gun. He survived thanks to 12 pints of blood and sheer will to live. To the surprise of those present, Tres woke up. He had a deep spiritual experience
The Marines he saved were able to fight their way back to safety thanks to the supplies of ammunition. The Taliban faced heavy losses.
Tres sprang back to life.He has given his talents to others including the Vietnam War Commemoration at the Department of Defense.