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Brought Up To Help Others

Mr. Campbell explains how, when he was in Yugoslavia they weren’t supposed to help civilians who needed attention, but he did what he could for them anyhow.

Serbian Head Games

Mr. Campbell explains about how the Serbian soldiers would always point their guns at the peace officers but would never shoot. He explains how you got used to it and knew exactly how to react.

Prejudice From ‘Real War’ Veterans

Mr. Himes recalls the poor attitude of the legions and their members toward Korean War Veterans upon their return home. He describes one particular instance of prejudice during his first attempt to join the legion.

Impressions of the Enemy

Mr. Himes recalls his impression of the Chinese enemy, particularly his shock at the numbers of bodies sacrificed.

Out on Patrol

Mr. Himes describes the types of patrols in No Man’s Land (the valley separating the coalition force and Chinese held hills) that would be conducted under the cover of darkness, and recalls his participation in them.

Battle of Hill 187

Mr Himes describes his role in the Battle of Hill 187 - the worst action he was involved in while in Korea.

Premonitions of Death

Mr. Himes recalls a friend telling him during the voyage to Korea that he feared he wouldn’t survive two weeks. Mr Himes then describes his friend’s fate.