Vietnam War Experience
2 Seasons
This series tells the story of the Vietnam War, known in Vietnam as the American War, from the veteran point of view. Subjects include the draft, wounded in action, becoming a prisoner of war held in the Hanoi Hilton, aerial combat, jungle warfare, forgiveness and friendship across “enemy” lines.
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11:06Episode 1Tim Kochis: Purple Heart
Episode 1
Directed by Daniel Leonard Bernardi
The story of Vietnam War veteran Tim Kochis, who earned a Purple Heart after being wounded in action. Kochis is a world-renowned wealth manager living in San Francisco, California. He provides some key lessons which led to his success and expresses his apprec...
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11:33Episode 2John Baumhackl: Chemical Memories
Episode 2
Directed by Adan Pulido
John Baumhackl recalls the early days of the Vietnam War when more and more troops were being sent into combat every month. In 1968, John's number came up and he was drafted into the conflict. Buying a camera at his company store before shipping off, he captured many batt...
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Buck Southworth: U.S. Air Force Flight Crew
Episode 3
Directed by Daniel Leonard Bernardi
In this short documentary, the life story of Buck Southworth as a U.S. Air Force aircrewman is told and narrated by his wife, Priscilla Southworth, now a Cemetery Volunteer at Cape Canaveral National Cemetery. This is a remarkable and touching documentary abou...
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12:04Episode 4Jack Ensch: Hanoi Hilton POW
Episode 4
Directed by Daniel Leonard Bernardi
Jack "Fingers" Ensch served in the Navy for 30 years. Recounting his experience of getting shot down and held as a POW in the infamous Hanoi Hilton, Jack explains how he was able to move forward from the experience and enjoy a full life.
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11:48Episode 5Fighter Pilots of Vietnam
Episode 5
Directed by Carolina Gratianne
A group of American and Vietnamese fighter pilots gather almost fifty years after the end of the Vietnam War in 1975. Despite their training, aerial combat encounters, and being shot down, these veteran pilots talk as friends with mutual respect.
