Tag Archive for: Veterans of Foreign Wars

Return of Vietnam POW’s 42 Years Later

Lt. Col. Barry B BridgerThis week we talk with Lt. Col Barry Bridger, a Vietnam POW who spent 6 years in the infamous Hanoi Hilton. Capt Bridger began flying combat missions during his first regular tour of duty in Southeast Asia with the 497th Tactical Fighter Squadron at Ubon Royal Thai AFB, Thailand, in late 1966. He was forced to eject over North Vietnam on January 23, 1967, and was taken as a Prisoner of War. After spending 2,232 days in captivity, he was released during Operation Homecoming on March 4, 1973, and was hospitalized for his injuries at Andrews AFB, Maryland.

 

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Spring Flooding Prep & Minnesota’s VFW

10347406504_b514ff941d_zThis week we’ll get a flood season update from the Saint Paul District of the Army Corps of Engineers and we’ll hear the latest news on rural healthcare and other issues from the Minnesota VFW. Guests include:

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Saint Paul District of the Army Corps of Engineer Recreation Areas

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Commanders’ Task Force

Holiday lightsThis week the state’s veterans service organizations join us for a special holiday show. Guests include:

  • Mike Ash of the American Legion
  • Richard Jenkins of the Military Order of the Purple Heart
  • Duane Hermanson of the Veterans of Foreign Wars
  • Beth Kocian of the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs
  • Sgt. 1st Class Ben Houtkooper of the Minnesota National Guard
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Minnesota’s VFW & The Healing Power of Music

VFW LogoThis week we’ll meet the state’s new VFW commander and we discover the healing power of music at Minnesota’s Veterans Homes. Guests include:

  • Commander Frank Presfield of the Minnesota Veterans of Foreign Wars
  • Jeromey Darling

 

 

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Live from the Ride for Healing

Live from the Ride for HealingWe’re live from the final rally point of Minnesota’s Ride for Healing. The week-long ride started at the Capitol, spread to the four corners of the state at converged here in Brainerd, Minnesota. Guests include:

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