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Veteran devotes life to bringing comrades home

11/08/2026

03:10

The pain caused by Agent Orange in Vietnam is a lasting legacy of war that many soldiers returning from the battlefield have had to carry with them for the rest of their lives. Yet, for some veterans, that very pain has become a source of strength, inspiring them to overcome adversity and live a life of purpose.

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