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Green Beret David Christian was unquestionably a war hero in the Vietnam war and as he says, fought valiantly on behalf of the USA. My team and I conducted more than 200 interviews in 1989 from people who had lived through the 1960s and had strong feelings about what they had witnessed and lived through, not only during the war, but in the 1950s growing up and in the time since that war has ended. David Christian was wounded 7 times receiving 7 purple hearts as well as the Distinguished Service Cross for heroism. When he returned from the war, he worked as he does today, to help Vietnam veterans. Bill Ehrhardt, who presents his story in my very popular video clip, “Magnificent Storyteller Soldier” shared his personal experience. Many of my subscribers have reacted to it. I feel that David Christian is an equally powerful storyteller whose war perceptions and experiences were quite different. In this video he reflects on his early upbringing in the 1950s, his Catholicism, his powerful relationship with his mother, his experiences with college protesters in the antiwar movement, his return to America and his battles to help his fellow veterans deal with PTSD, job opportunities and other issues that they have confronted. His story evolves during the interview as he expresses more and more deeply, how he felt and what he saw and how he dealt with it. Here is what CHATGPT writes about him: David Christian is a decorated Vietnam War veteran and a recognized war hero in the United States. Born on October 26, 1947, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Christian enlisted in the United States Army in 1966 at the age of 18. He served as a combat infantryman in the 1st Infantry Division and later as a Special Forces officer. Christian's military career is distinguished by numerous awards and commendations, including the Distinguished Service Cross, the Silver Star, two Bronze Stars, and seven Purple Hearts, among others. These awards attest to his courage, leadership, and sacrifice during his time in Vietnam. After returning from the war, Christian became an advocate for veterans' rights and worked to improve the conditions and benefits for his fellow veterans. He has spoken openly about his experiences in Vietnam and the challenges that veterans face upon their return to civilian life. As a result, Christian has made significant contributions to the understanding and support of veterans in the United States. Christian's story, both as a soldier and as a veterans' advocate, highlights the importance of recognizing the sacrifices and bravery of military personnel, as well as the need for ongoing support for veterans as they transition back into civilian life.