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Terry Sater

Vietnam | River Assault Squadron 13

Accompanied by the 9th Infantry, several firefights are described resulting in the loss of close friends. (8:53)
Checking Sampans along the Mekong Delta could be both humorous and dangerous. Terry Sater describes the daily operations of the Riverines. (5:05)
Terry Sater describes the fear of minesweeping and firefights on the rivers and tributaries of the Mekong Delta. Details of the weapons systems and maintaining the 20mm Cannon on the heavily armed Monitor Riverine boat are described. (9:00)
Operating a 20mm cannon from a Riverine armored troop carrier on the Mekong Delta, Terry Sater tells the story of a hot spot for enemy action at a bend in the river know as Snoopy's Nose. Booby Traps and ambushes were common. (5:13)
As a crew member with River Assault Squadron 13, Terry Sater and his crew escort Navy SEALs up the Mekong Delta for Special Operations missions. Moments of humor are described as part of daily life. (9:45)
Terry Sater describes his commanding officers and the one he admired the most. Terry also describes the difficulty the Navy Riverine Force had with the South Vietnamese boats and their reluctance to engage in combat. (5:14)
After returning home from Vietnam, Terry talks about PTSD and how difficult it is to get over the horrors of war. He reads a poem he wrote for his wife to help her understand the difficulties he is going through. (9:37)
Terry Sater describes his thoughts and feelings about former Secretary of State, John Kerrys' book, Tour Of Duty. Terry mentions inaccuracies in the book and how unsettling it is when he knows better. (3:07)
Thaddeus Sobieski

WWII | 7th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Infantry Division

Thaddeus Sobieski describes his saddest experience during the Korean War. Provided by the Emory University School of Law Oral History Project, World War II Era. (2:47)
Thaddeus Sobieski tells the story behind the Silver Star he received for one dangerous scouting patrol in Korea. Provided by the Emory University School of Law Oral History Project, World War II Era. (10:45)