When the NVA and Viet Cong launched a surprise attack on 100 towns and cities across South Vietnam, commander of US forces General William Westmoreland called Washington. “Send me the 82nd Airborne,” he said. Tonight on VBC Happy Hour, we welcome Army veteran and legendary journalist Bob Dvorchak to talk about the legacy of
During WWII, the USS Hornet (CV-12) burned 25 million gallons of fuel, traveled 155,000 miles, sank 73 enemy ships, and shot down 670 enemy airplanes—all within 18 months. On Tuesday’s Greatest Generation Live, we welcome Chuck Myers from the USS Hornet Museum in Alameda, CA, who will share the history of the Hornet, both
Between 12,000 – 40,000 Canadians crossed the southern border, joined the US military, and fought in Vietnam. Tonight on VBC Happy Hour, we hear their stories. Joining us will be several Canadian Vietnam Veterans, including Rob Purvis of Winnipeg and Wayne Bell of Calgary. Also on board will be the great Canadian historian John
One of the most highly decorated soldiers in Army history is someone you’ve probably never heard of. Gordon Joseph Lippman enlisted in 1943 at age 18, and fought with the 517th Parachute Infantry Regiment through Italy, France, and Germany. Then, as company commander in the 25th Infantry Division, he showed “extraordinary heroism” in saving
Is there a Veteran you want to honor this Veterans Day? Or a story you’d like to share? A tribute, song, or poem to offer? If so, tune in and join us for the first-ever Vet-A-Thon, a 24-hour live stream Veterans Day event! We're honoring veterans nationwide and offering special features every hour for
Is there a Veteran you want to honor this Veterans Day? Or a story you’d like to share? A tribute, song, or poem to offer? If so, tune in and join us for the first-ever Vet-A-Thon, a 24-hour live stream Veterans Day event! We're honoring veterans nationwide and offering special features every hour for
