From Sydney to the Vietnam War: An Australian Soldier's Cold War Journey (367)

In this gripping episode of Cold War Conversations, we hear the remarkable first-hand account of John Brooker, an Australian veteran who takes us on a journey from the streets of Sydney to the battlefields of Vietnam.

John shares his experiences from joining the Citizens Military Force (CMF) to his deployment with the Royal New South Wales Lancers and the regular army.

He provides vivid details of the Tet Offensive of 1968, the intense firefights, and the harrowing experience of being mortared for the first time.

John also reflects on the challenges of returning to civilian life and the mixed reception from the Australian public and World War II veterans.

Don't miss this powerful and insightful episode!

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Episode extras https://coldwarconversations.com/episode367/

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