The Call to Serve: Stories of Sacrifice, War and the Way Home is a local public television program presented by TPT
You Didn't Cry in Front of Patients
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Donna, a nurse in Vietnam during the war, talks about her experiences in-country. (3m 24s)
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Meet two veterans of World War II and learn what is was like for these women to serve. (5m 16s)
What Happens After Families Are Reunited?
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After a military deployment some say the real work is just beginning. (1m 38s)
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Wendell Affield explains why talking about war is important. (1m 28s)
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Vietnam Veterans react to the opening of the National Vietnam War Memorial in D.C. (27m 50s)
"We Gotta Get Out of This Place"
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Authors of "We Gotta Get Out of This Place" discuss music of the Vietnam era. (2m 7s)
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Kevin Kling shares his story of how the war in southeast Asia is still all around us. (7m 46s)
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Learn how Hmong soldiers feel about not being considered U.S. Veterans. (1m 34s)
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The first woman to finish mechanic school in the the Marine Corps shares her story. (2m)
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The family of Tom Tuccitto share the tapes he sent from Vietnam back home to St. Paul. (2m 18s)
Thriving Through Continued Service
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The Mission Continues helps veterans find their place in community as a civilian. (3m 8s)
This Veteran Finds Value in Sharing
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Ray Wilson finds great value in sharing his story of service with a civilian audience. (3m 39s)
Teaching Lessons Learned in the Army
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Brian, a West Point grad, rediscovered his passion for leadership by becoming a teacher. (1m)
She's Been There, Now She's Here to Help
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Kim finds she can continue to serve through helping local veterans find stable housing. (1m)
Sharing His Story with Those Who Listen
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A Vietnam veteran shares the impact he has felt by being able to talk about the war. (2m 58s)
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Ron Mackedanz shares his experience coming home to Minnesota from Vietnam. (1m 33s)
Reflections at The Wall That Heals
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Two veterans reflect upon what the seeing names on the Vietnam War Memorial means to them. (2m 48s)
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Over 40 years later debate over how to recognize Hmong soldiers continues. (3m 57s)
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Arthur Owen shares a story on the power and responsibility behind raising the flag. (2m)
The Power of Music and Volunteering
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See how two volunteers change a veteran's life with the gift of music. (5m 20s)
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We Gotta Get Out of This Place: Concert Experience at Twin Cities PBS. (5m 48s)
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A family talks about what they go through during their soldier's deployments. (1m 40s)
Once Homeless, Now an Advocate
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Doran Hocker, once homeless, is honored by Michelle Obama and now helps other Veterans. (6m 33s)
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Tom uses a radio show to continue serving the veteran community he is proudly a part of. (1m)
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Dru is a part of a team responsible for getting one flag from Seattle to Tampa Bay. (1m 1s)
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Emily knows wherever she moves she’s able to meet like-minded veterans and civilians. (1m)
MN Remembers Vietnam: Perspectives
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Learn from a handful of people with first hand experiences with the Vietnam War. (2m 34s)
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Mick Aguirre shares a story of how he was sent to Vietnam. (1m 12s)
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Michael Maurer describes the loss associated with the names on the Vietnam War Memorial. (1m 16s)
The Loneliness of a Deployment
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Suzi, the wife of a deployed soldier, talks about being with her husband for a year. (2m 58s)
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Lee Pao Xiong shares his early life experiences of living in Laos during the Secret War. (4m 56s)
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She’s never served in the military but she aims to live a life of service. (1m 1s)
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Mary Beth Crowley’s time in Vietnam changed her life forever. (4m 16s)
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Team RWB offers opportunities for veterans and civilians to learn from each other. (3m 49s)
Leadership Opportunities Abound
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Team RWB provides leadership opportunities for its veteran and civilian members. (2m 4s)
Ken Sholes and His Service History
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Ken Sholes worked to repeal the military’s Don’t Ask Don’t Tell policy. (4m 14s)
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Ken Plant shares his story of how he is working to heal invisible wounds. (6m)
Kang Vang and His Father's Story
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Kang Vang explores the role his father played in America’s secret war. (4m 10s)
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Jon Hovde shares his story of being wounded in Vietnam. (1m 22s)
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Volunteering provided Liz a way to feel like she was a part of something bigger than her. (1m)
Helping Vets Find Their 'True North'
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Marty is a Veteran Service Officer. He is able to ensure veterans are on the right path. (1m)
Helping Veterans With Their Benefits
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Miguel continues to serve through helping veterans find guidance at their university. (1m 2s)
Helping Children Understand Service
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Rich volunteers with the Youth & Family Camp at Camp Ripley to serve the veteran community (1m 2s)
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Learn how one organization has helped Dru feel a part of his new community. (1m 1s)
Healthier in Mind, Body and Spirit
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Dru is using his involvement with Team RWB to become healthier in mind, body and spirit. (1m 1s)
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General Vang Pao worked with the U.S. CIA to lead the Secret War. (3m 16s)
Fulfilled Through Volunteering
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Carmelo wasn’t finding what he needed in his office job, so he began volunteering. (1m)
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The classic Vietnam protest song, For What It's Worth, is performed live at TPT. (3m 2s)
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Chao Thao was the first Hmong nurse trained as a medic during the Vietnam War. (2m 52s)
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After falling on hard times Roland Peckham found a framework of support with Team RWB. (3m 49s)
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