Les Dykema, Veterans Oral History Project, Vietnam War

[@tomaeschleman9622]

I'm here to tell you that Les is as genuine as they come. I'm also proud to say that he is my friend. Nothing but Respect for Les Dykema.

[@simonacland9028]

Hope he is well. Seems like someone who you can have a good laugh with.

[@moisesperez4605]

This interview is number one of my list I am blind, totally blind, he was taking me to places in my mind. Incredible, the stories he was telling so descriptive, is like I was visualizing everything in my mind how he was saying about all the snakes, though things he was doing, he was totally explaining like if you were watching a movie love it this is my number one top, this gentleman was freaking awesome I laid in my bed and listen to the whole two hours and 36 minutes I think of this interview, but wow, impressive as a blind individual that I am, I could sit next to this man and hear his stories all day, and I wouldn’t get tired.

[@bid_wacker]

One of the best ones I have ever heard. The interviewer actually let him talk. The stories this man told. Thank you for your service. Salute.

[@wil7228]

Service ? The man is a mental case should have been locked up.

[@Pete-tq6in]

I also watched the original recording of this video and had the privilege of getting a reply from Les himself, what a great storyteller, a humble and honest man. I'd love to buy him beers and listen to him talk all afternoon but the best I can do from my side of the Atlantic is buy his book, 'Waiting On The Wind'. This still ranks as the best Vietnam vet interview out there, full of humour, terror, tragedy and philosophy. I hope Les has a long and peaceful life from here on in.

[@Don-wp9xx]

😢 see see see see by

[@ronw.9202]

@@Don-wp9xx You still up and running? I'm a former vet during the Vietnam era one hell of a story

[@aj200415]

Listen, I CANNOT THANK YOU ENOUGH!!!! I have watched Les’s story about 40 times, and one day it just disappeared from KZbin and nowhere on the internet...I looked for hours and I was so pissed! Les, your story is so amazing and you are the best at telling the real story, you pull no punches, no bullshit. Veterans Oral History Project, I’m subbed to the channel just because you brought this piece of amazing history back.

[@waywardone4]

aj200415 I was looking for it too after it just disappeared. So glad it’s back.

[@lesdykema7535]

I do appreciate your comments. I did this interview for my kids and future members. Didn't know someone had put it utube. Les

[@giggie]

I can’t find this book on that link ????!!!!

[@robertblake1032]

Me too ! I just found this vid this week and listened to it four times that day. I just love this Les and it’s heartbreaking what the war did to Les, no, all the guys that were damaged by the situations that they were dropped into. They get dropped these guys into shit situations, horrible backup and support, then send them home without support. It’s a little difficult to be proud of a country that treats there veterans the way these folks were treated.

[@robertblake1032]

@@lesdykema7535 so glad there’s a book. I’ll bet that changed up things a bit. That must have opened your eyes to a new world. So pleased to hear about the book. I’ll be looking for it.

[@Ben_Harry_Pdx]

This is one of, if not the absolute best interview that I’ve ever watched. Listening to his story makes me feel like I was right there experiencing his story, just like reading a good book. I feel like I know every detail of his story.

[@josercardona75]

Thought it was only me. Lol. I was like I know I had it saved somewhere. Back for about the 10th listen Les. Thanks!!!

[@code3responsevideos872]

Wow how humbling to tell all the parts of his story, where most people would bury their shortcomings, and highlight their achievements, he is truly a hero

[@eightyblox6829]

Nothing but respect for this man, just living his life and rolling with the punches. Would love to meet him

[@samoliver9085]

I was in Nam in 67 with the 2/27th Recon Platoon. This was back in 67 in Cuchi, 25 miles NW of Saigon. Back in 67 we just did our job. The shit burners were normally guys who could not go into the field due to medical reasons. If you did some of the stuff that this guy did, you normally would be fragged. We drank beer in base camp and went on many search and destroy missions. The thing I remember most was we would clear and area and then leave the area. Go back 3-6 months later and clean the area out again. Took some pictures with my Nikon, which was later stolen. Then picked up a 8mm Movie camera. Took many movies. Go to my next duty station and back to Nam. This time Nam had changed. Kept quiet and just did my business and got out 1 year later. Exciting time with a lot of memories. Don't talk about them. That was another lifetime ago.

[@John33gfed]

Sam, i wasn't in Nam, im 57 now. I was a navy underwater demo guy, then became a fireman. I think we have both met guys like Les right? Hes a nice guy- but a little off. The guy that if he gets picked on, he cant take it. He either explodes or runs to the boss. And how the hell can a person remember so many details? Some of this sounds made up.

[@croatiancroissant28776]

I showed my dad this interview. He was MACV/SOG in ‘67/‘68. He seems to think the same as you. He’d have been fragged in the field.

[@TJ_CrayonBeltFeeder]

This guy is full of shit

[@jamesbeutler4430]

@@John33gfed Some of his tall tales are absolute crap -- like his time at Fort Gordon (Military Police School), and chasing a noncom with a rifle. If he had done half of what he said he did, he would have spent time in a military prison, and possibly been dishonorably discharged. I know of no solder that I served with who would admire this type of complete screw-up.

[@dougstyles]

​@@jamesbeutler4430He really doesn't seem like the type of soldier I'd want watching my 6.

[@henrylansky4177]

These dude has no Shame and that’s what makes his story amazing

[@chilylevel5]

Like other have commented, I too have watch many other veterans interviews as well. The ability to take an audience and bring them on an emotional journey and paint a mental picture for over 2 hours is talent that only a few can do. Les combine first person account with dialogue from others that he was interacting with, and sometimes even go into character. Along with throwing F bombs and making sound effects, his emotions could not be suppressed at certain points during the interview. The art of “Story telling” that only the great ones can do. Most things can be taught...but God only gives theses gifts to certain individuals. Thank you Les for just being...YOU!

[@lesdykema6358]

Thanks for watching.

[@moisesperez4605]

Tell me about it I’m blind, totally blind, he was taking me in visualizing everything for me, this man is awesome my respect

[@broome090]

I listened to this while working on my house one time and knew I would have to listen again. Couldn’t find it for like a year until now. Thank god I love how he tells stories.

[@only5186]

Here's my other fav past Les's! We lost Gabe a few years ago. Hell of a guy! His family said he didnt talk much about the war at all but man does he tell all here. Hell of a story! kzbin.info/www/bejne/j6DQaZeeaK17a5I

[@lesdykema7535]

Thanks for the kind words. Les

[@Militiaguerrillas]

Yes, like with you, I work over nights and listen while I'm working. I may have heard Les story about 3xs already. Each time it's like hearing it again for the first time...

[@lesdykema7535]

Thanks for taking the time, Les.

[@jeffmclean9411]

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[@nicksfishroom915]

Best storyteller of all the vetern interviewees . What an amazing guy

[@joebradley1520]

He really is, I was lucky to get his book from him. Even signed it for me

[@danielkolodey2225]

😅0

[@mrpotato4441]

Just starting it now. I feel optimistic after reading your comment. I listen to these every night to go to sleep. Relaxing but I’ve been dreaming about the war again 😅

[@M98-j9k]

Key word, STORYTELLER!

[@erindykema1744]

Thats my dad ❤

[@robertcloninger9797]

Les I went through basic training in the early 70s at ft Gordon GA and I bunked in those old white two stories ww2 building and I remember on down time me and a few friends would sit under them because it was a lot cooler in June July and August, thank you so much for bringing back all the memories

[@guadalupeybarra6550]

So glad Les got to tell us this story... full of wonderful raw candid details and told with the appropriate reverence for the horrible hell he was asked to endure. So glad Les still has his wits about him though he obviously suffered mental distress on a level we can't comprehend. Wherever you are Les Dykema.. thank you for sharing.

[@lesdykema6358]

Thanks for taking the time.

[@danielcoppinger4286]

Les, God bless you. Best interview I’ve heard. Powerful and honest and educational. Wish you the best my brother!

[@Don-wp9xx]

Gu moo

[@fredkeele6578]

Watched once a year ago. Had to come back and listen again. He's got some crazy shit that happened to him. Funny and kept my attention. Glad he made it back from vietnam.

[@only5186]

Les is one of my favorite's to listen to! Throw this one on when you you need somethin to listen to. Gabe was a hell of a guy. We lost him a couple years ago. Hard to believe he never talked about the war with his family but man does he tell all here. What a story! Salute to both of these men for doing their duty. kzbin.info/www/bejne/j6DQaZeeaK17a5I

[@hilldwler420]

You had me at “I’ve always had a problem with authority.”

[@aj200415]

Back for another view of good ole’ Les!!! This is probably the 30th or 40th time I’ve watched this video....well, most of them I watched when this video was uploaded on a different channel, but it was taken down for some reason and I was so mad...but then a few months later I tried searching for Les again and found it back up on this channel. So Channel uploader, thank you so much! Les’ story is probably the best down and gritty, no bullshit and frank Vietnam experience story ever told!!!!

[@only5186]

Les and this one here are the best ive seen. kzbin.info/www/bejne/j6DQaZeeaK17a5I

[@stackfire9601]

What a bunch of bull crap 💩 lies lots of them

[@MikaeleIosefa714]

This guy reminds me of my dad... He was in Nam. Same personality .... but never told stories. I miss him every day.

[@picnflwrsandchasingbutterflys]

Mr dyksema thank you..have listened more times than i can count ..had a couple neighbor kids not make it back and ive heard quite a few stories from arounf the sewing circle..i grew up in the 60s and still those memories remain fresh ..different times ..times for hope ..pray we can turn this circus around ..take care and enjoy listening ..you are a great storyteller

[@lesdykema7535]

Thank you much.

[@robertblake1032]

Les is the best storyteller I’ve ever listened to. Several years ago I reached out to Les , or I should clarify , Les reached out to me , very approachable very engaging and just a really nice guy. I wish I lived closer, would like to take him to lunch and sit down and talk to him. I worked with a vet that was a tunnel rat and also a good story teller. Lunch breaks were very enjoyable with lots of stories about his experiences in Vietnam. Loved hearing the stories. I missed the draft by a year or two so it was something that seemed close. I always liked being around these folks. Les I hope all is well and your enjoying retirement. Take care dude.

[@BuyWonderBread]

dude is an example of a good human being and he sure does tell a good story. I wish the best for this man.

[@davidhyatt7046]

@@BuyWonderBread This guy is so full a shit his eyes are brown!

[@barnaclebill1615]

I absolutely love how u let him tell his account, how he wanted with no filters. 👍👍😁🇺🇸

[@EarlAllenBoek]

I listened to several dozen of these Vietnam stories. Volunteered myself, MP Sentry Dog Handler. Les told the most real, honest and open-hearted story of all. I was asked if I would like to be a door gunner while performing Srg. of the guard over 28 dog handler teams of a Cobra base called Phu Loi. I figured my job and duty was crazy enough. After hearing Les’s story, I’m confident now, I was right. Blessings buddy. ❤Blessings to all that served. Blessings to all the heros, gone far to young and bless the dogs we were forced to leave behind.

[@johprebla]

Too bad Chris Farley is no longer with us. He would have been perfect to play this man in a movie.

[@simonacland9028]

Can definitely see that 🤣

[@jackpack3506]

He is a man to tell the tales. I could listen to him forever. I’m glad he is able to tell about his experience. So many soldiers just can’t .

[@chadh3441]

If I'm not mistaken, Door Gunners had the second shortest average lifespan in Vietnam, just behind Tunnel Rats. I think it was 48 hrs for Door Gunners and 24 hrs for Tunnel Rats. I don't remember what video or documentary that stated these statistics. Thank you for your Service Sir, and Welcome Home! Thank you too whomever took the time to record this and made it available to the public! These soldiers need to be remembered for their sacrifices and never forgotten! Cheers

[@kennethpackard9528]

With this Covid shutdown, I've been watching Vietnam testimonials from soldiers who served there, I've seen about 75, and Les' ranks in the top 3. I don't know how Les gets around with balls as big as his, but the honesty and candid nature of this interview was certainly appreciated. I missed participating in this conflict by a few years, and can't imagine how these guy's operated under these stressful conditions. Great interview. Thanks Les.

[@lesdykema7535]

Thanks buddy.

[@LuisMartinez-en8pf]

What are your 2 other favorites?

[@kennethpackard9528]

@@LuisMartinez-en8pf Punch in Andre St. Laurent in the search bar. Central Connecticut State University conducted vhp interviews, and Andre was one. This may lead you to another CCSU vhp interview of a guy whose last name is something like Van Cor (Dutch sounding last name). He was a Marine LRRP that saw lot's of stuff over there. The Billings Gazette is another vhp project, and search the last names Roundrock and LaFountain. Two great interviews that keep you on the edge of your seat. Still love your's Les!

[@LuisMartinez-en8pf]

@@kennethpackard9528 Awesome! Thank you guys, much appreciated and I will be sure to check out the book!

[@ajjackson1526]

@@kennethpackard9528 Just finished Andre St. Laurent. What a badass snake eater he is!

[@Littlegoatpaws]

What a life! His description of detail and the emotion he conveys almost transports me there with him. I was touched when he had to force himself to talk about that snake and those poor officers that got executed by Vietnamese. A few of his early misadventures really cracked me up.

[@My2ndtimearound]

Les is very animated. His stories of combat life are very colorful very descriptive. Thank you Les for your service to support our freedom.

[@nelsonsavinon605]

Listening to him for the fifth time, I’m sure will listen to it again.

[@MikaeleIosefa714]

ditto

[@michaelcudby787]

wow. Les.2.5 hours just gone.What a lifes story.I have never been so enthralled for so long. Thankyou sir for your life & service. Do take care, my friend. Michael NZ

[@packersprik]

I was born and raised across the street from him. I remember when a lot of those thing happened. He is a good story teller.

[@TheEdenflux]

He write a book?

[@mikenewman4881]

@@TheEdenflux I have no idea. He should.

[@mr.banker6612]

Waiting on the wind: my time in Vietnam by les dykema

[@tylerstamps2786]

This guy is a trip…he tells it like it is with no filter! He is a raconteur. Tip of the cap to you sir.

[@stackfire9601]

So many lies packed in one story

[@mikeythehat9]

How are you Mr. Dykema ? One of the best Vietnam Veteran interviews , I watched this several times !!!! Thank you again for your service and thank you for sharing your story , and delivering it with such honesty , candor and humor !! I hope all is well with you and yours Sir !!!! - mikey

[@lesdykema7535]

Your welcome.

[@noleenole8254]

@@lesdykema7535god bless you sir

[@herrcobblermachen]

​@@lesdykema7535Wife bought me the book. Finished it this week. Would love your autograph on it. Thanks for everything

[@nikreikalas6886]

One of the best interviews on you tube. May god bless his soul.

[@Batman-tb6fq]

First of all..Thank you for your Service Thank you Jesus for watching over Les and bringing him back home . A wild experience . One of the best I've seen

[@Kimchiboy08]

Listening again while at my mining camp. One of my favorite interviews. Everytime I hear "Stairway to heaven" I imagine Les looking out of his chopper . Just changing the DYNAMICS one day at a time my man lol. 🖖 from New Zealand

[@russanglo]

Great interview from a real character. An honest insight into the life of a soldier in Vietnam. He needs to get his story into a book a sure best seller. Many thanks for sharing your story .

[@russanglo]

@RumbleOfDrums thanks will be ordering a copy

[@tyroniousyrownshoolacez2347]

Bout my 6th or 7th time around listening to Les, never gets old. 👊

[@joebradley1520]

Lol, I do the same!!

[@NSBlack_Stallion]

Lost count

[@My2ndtimearound]

I could listen to you Les for days. Thank you Les for your service.

[@equivokal]

An absolutely mesmerizing storyteller. Thank you, Les.

[@dougdays8095]

Les , write a book ! it has award winner written all over it !

[@tomaeschleman9622]

Just watched the entire interview non-stop again (probably for at least the 3rd or 4th time all together). Still sends chills up my spine hearing Les tell his story. Thanks for your service and RESPECT for your courage. Les, I get to buy the 1st beer. ;)

[@wil7228]

Les doesn't drink beer , he's naturally pickled.

[@rickdonnelly3417]

Les, thanks for your service! I saw your name and wondered if you were from Grand Rapids. I was raised there and went to concerts at Grand Valley. I enjoyed your story about your time in country!

[@lesdykema7535]

Grew up in Hudsonville. Thanks for watching, hope you enjoyed the trip.

[@tylermcclanahan8645]

The dynamics here in this video. Dont need to change. God speed Les

[@samoliver7179]

Spent 2 tours in the 2/27th in CuChi. Went through Philhol and Michelin Rubber plantations several times. Never stayed. Just go in clean it up and leave. Then 3 Months later go back. Hard to win a war when new enemy moved in the day after you left. That's the way my tours went.

[@richg9390]

This is one of the most honest interviews.

[@a.krueger6486]

Lol

[@ccdog87]

This is an absolutely incredible listen. I’m an hour and a half in and this may be the best war story/personal account I’ve ever heard. Watch this, or just listen

[@joebradley1520]

Thanks Les for getting this reposted, thought it was lost forever. You should see about doing another interview, I'm sure you got more to tell. Best to you sir!

[@glenm1035]

Probably one of the most captivating Vietnam war experiences Ive heard… and im talking about his emotions in the telling of the story. I was totally drawn in.

[@donbeaubien2372]

All I can say is WOW ! THANKS FOR YOUR SERVICE!

[@rwebdaddy]

This was a great story.

[@johnadams9505]

Hey Les, thanks for changing the dynamics of my day for the better!! A great storyteller is a gift from God.

[@ronalddecesaris6115]

Your an amazing guy Les Terrific war stories and u tell them well Vietnam vets rock Thank you🇺🇸🫡

[@RV_Chef_Life]

The best veteran story teller I’ve heard to date. Moral of the story is you want this guy on your chopper and nick name him lucky

[@harleylawdude]

I count 11 of Les' 9 allotted lives used up - and not without taking its toll on this great American hero. Les Dykema portrays in this straightforward, poignant and emotional conversation the integrity and guts that it takes to carry out America's military missions around the globe.

[@0802turtleman]

Thank you for your service! Welcome home!

[@anthonycano5764]

Absolutely fascinating interview- would love to hear more from him - Thank You Les Thank You- A true Warrior

[@richardmarkham3540]

One of the greatest vietnam stories ever

[@estebanmafioso2873]

Oh good, I found this video again. Thank you

[@patricknoveski6409]

This is beyond anything you could think up. Or any movie . You just wouldn't believe it. You brother are a true Hero. A crazy Hero. But you have lived your 9 lives. May you find some peace.

[@martykellogg3172]

Thanks, Les I can't wait to read the book.

[@NickolaiPetrovitch]

I’m speechless. What an amazing , interesting, articulate and very clever guy. I hope he was able to find more piece of mine and had lots of happy moments in his life. I’m really speechless, I never have seen and felt as if I had been in a veterans shoes before, and there’s so many mixed emotions just as a listener -I can’t imagine how it feels to experience that, come home and just live with it like that. With basically no support from the government, and particularly so with Vietnam veterans. I just hope he had peace and joy throughout the years . I really really hope he did.

[@lesdykema7535]

I appreciate your thoughts. Life has been difficult, looking forward to the next life.

[@AJMOFO1987]

I just just sit in a bar with these men buying beers and listening all day long. What an amazing insight on the vietnam war

[@cedarg9874]

Wow. I had the pleasure of partying with a couple Vietnam tail gunner vets in Flagstaff till 4am in 1975. Never heard any stories quite like Les Dykema's.

[@wbenken7655]

Needed to hear it again( maybe 5th time). Saw from previous channel. You’re the best Les- thanks.

[@lesdykema7535]

Thanks for taking the time.

[@only5186]

Les and this guy Gabe arw my two favorites and ive watched dozens and dozens of these. We lost Gabe a couple years ago. What a guy and what a war he fought.kzbin.info/www/bejne/j6DQaZeeaK17a5I

[@fredkeele6578]

I agree. Had to come back to hear again, plus wanted to hear about the towering full throttle take off thru the trees.

[@David-og7di]

@@lesdykema7535 Hi from New Zealand Les. A few of our guys were in South VN. They came through ok too. I've spent a lot of time in SE Asia researching the first Indochina war. I want to thank you for being straight up about the drug use, a lot of people dont want to hear about that given the circumstances that gave rise to that. Best wishes...D

[@lesdykema7535]

@@David-og7di Thanks David, New Zeeland had fine troops. Thanks for watching, long time GI.

[@jakebroz9116]

My gosh this was a good one, the amount of close calls he had is crazy. I like that the interviewer let him talk and didn't interrupt with questions. I also respect his openness about the drug use during the war.

[@microfarmers]

What a character! Loved his testimony.

[@snowdog574]

I've listened to alot of these veterans interviews Les tells his story the best. Great story teller I've heard. God bless you and thank you for your service to our country.

[@joycecogdill9797]

Listening to Les is totally like listening to a great action story on the radio!!! Les, thank you for your service and especially thank you for being such a bada##. You maybe made a few higher ups wake up and think!!! So sorry you lost your guns, etc. Nasty "friends"!!! Best hour ive spent listening to a podcast!!!

[@KeithWilliamMacHendry]

This bloke is fckn superb! What a life time of mental experiences Leslie went through in his youth, absolute legend. Massive respect from a Scotsman. 🙏🏻✊🏻♥💙

[@lydiarosalieanndamiano7206]

Thank you for your service sir !🙏🇺🇸🎉

[@christinapankey1415]

This guy is the best

[@mikebell6513]

Les, I saw this when it was posted previously on KZbin, and just saw it again. I commented (and you responded), and I'm no less thankful for your service than I was the first time around...thank you. I hope you are doing ok, and have peace in your life. Mike Bell from Lake City (near Cadillac), Michigan.

[@veteransoralhistoryproject629]

Before I created this channel, I too was a regular viewer of the channel that had originally uploaded this interview to KZbin. One day I noticed the channel was deleted, and I could not for the life of me find Les's interview anywhere else on KZbin. It was then that I decided to create this channel to re-post deleted content, like Les's, that were not available elsewhere on KZbin. I really appreciate your comment. I also saw his comments to you and others. To me, he's one of the greatest. I hope he'll be glad that we got this and other interviews re-uploaded.

[@mikebell6513]

V.O.H.P thanks for doing this!!!

[@only5186]

Thank you for reposting this interview! I cant imagine why the other page was deleted? Thank you again Les for our service and your ability to tell a great story. Salute to you sir! I hope life is treating you well. From another Michigander

[@nukeandfusion]

@@veteransoralhistoryproject629 why did they delete this other channel? i am searching for some other vets too

[@lesdykema7535]

I remember you MIke, hope life is treating you well. Les

[@stevefirst1512]

I have listened to over a hundred of these. There is no contest. This guy takes it. Very dramatic, detailed and absolutely hilarious. Between the anaconda, using the dead nva as a pillow, stepping on the mine and the countdown.... Hes hilarious. Guy has a great book in him but im probably not the first hes heard it from. Thanks....

[@lesdykema7535]

i have a book, ' Waiting on the Wind'.

[@stevefirst1512]

​@@lesdykema7535les is it on kindle or amazon? Separate question. Is that your son the chef?

[@lesdykema7535]

@@stevefirst1512 Amazon

[@wyatterp6480]

I'd like to know besides an air medal what the army awarded Les for all his heroic actions for going above and beyond as he did? Very intense tour of duty, I thought I had it bad his tour makes me feel bad. Way to go Les you're a true American warrior after your MP and generator BS duties!! God Speed

[@neildann2100]

Amazing story and so honestly told. Here's to you Les. Many many thanks.

[@lesdykema6358]

Thank you sir. Les

[@lesdykema6358]

Thanks, Les.

[@Mr9111950]

Les, you need to get someone to help you write all this in a book... It will be a beat seller..... I have watched nearly all the Vietnam related posts here on social media... And I can say your post is by far and away the best... I hope you see this.... Man your are a star.... I love your style. Cormac Cullen.. Ireland

[@lesdykema7535]

Someone did write a book." Waiting on the Wind", can be bought online or Barnes and Noble. Might also be on Amazon now.

[@fd-vy9up]

Les Dykema god bless you sir thank you for your service very honest and real welcome home

[@jaymorgan4475]

Thank you

[@homeroraymundo5188]

The best Vietnam history ever! A lot to relate to you my brother.🙏

[@themanfromcabowabo1559]

Kindred spirit. Wish you well, Les.

[@marcclement7396]

I want to party with this guy. I've watched dozens of these this is the best.

[@PanSearedRibeye68]

I’m amazed it took him so many near death experiences to get him to wear his seatbelt.

[@ajjackson1526]

Very good interview! What an experience!

[@oldman9843]

" My dad died so I go back and my dad was there " Imagine the Army messing that up ! Thank you for your service and Welcome Home

[@burrellmassey3897]

That was a outstanding interview. You allowed him to speak his truth. Thank you.

[@gsantana148]

He’s a great story teller for sure

[@jeffreywhitaker5154]

Yes but do you think its factual??

[@robertblake1032]

@@jeffreywhitaker5154 YES !

[@M98-j9k]

​@@jeffreywhitaker5154 Nope.

[@spencerlucas3065]

This guy is an incredible story teller, with an amazing story!

[@simonacland9028]

This guy has been through the ringer and I have nothing but respect for him.

[@retiredwelder]

What an amazing story. He needs to write a book!!! Hero!!!

[@lesdykema7535]

The book is Waiting on the Wind.

[@shawnsmith7118]

This guy needs to write a book

[@Dontarguewithmedummy]

This guy is the best. I've watched a lot of these kind of videos. I need to slam some beers with this guy

[@lesdykema6358]

Name your time and place!!

[@Dontarguewithmedummy]

@@lesdykema6358 I wish. I'm in Colorado.

[@lesdykema7535]

Too bad, live long and prosper.

[@Dontarguewithmedummy]

@@lesdykema7535 Thanx dude. My Dad was Air Force. Worked in supply. He was in Thailand. Never talked about it. I guess we never asked either. Now you sir, deserve a frickin parade every day! I just love hearing those experiences. People have got it made nowadays compared to what you giys had to do.

[@lesdykema7535]

@@Dontarguewithmedummy your kind buddy. I do miss being a gunner, the adrenaline high, the risk, drugs, and cheap women, friendships, great for a 20 year old.

[@thegreatnessoftheraiders4948]

He should write a book....great story telling!

[@eightyblox6829]

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[@eightyblox6829]

He did?

[@giggie]

Again Mr. Dykema , thank you for your service and thank you for telling your story , I continue to watch it time and again !!!! Hope you are well and good ! - michael

[@lesdykema7535]

Thank you giggie

[@lesdykema7535]

I am honored, thanks for watching.

[@M98-j9k]

@@lesdykema7535 Definitely different from every Nam interview I've listened to. Enjoyed it

[@lesdykema7535]

Thanks again, hope you had a good Thanksgiving.

[@lesdykema7535]

Thank you Michael, I appreciate you taking the time.

[@markthecraneman8465]

This was fascinating... Thank you for your candid account of your exploits in a foreign land. Keep safe and well.

[@lesdykema6358]

Thanks Mark, thanks for watching.

[@aj200415]

Hey Les, I got the time and Listened to your interview again, as I said before it is incredible! This is the best War Vet interview that has been ever recorded! I wanted to know if you have thoughts of recording more of your stories, I would PAY to have more of your stories! ( I also know by reading the comments of the old KZbin video of this that they took down that I am not the only one, many MANY others would really like to have another interview video from you). You truly have a talent of telling about your time in the service. Thank you for your service Sir.

[@only5186]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/j6DQaZeeaK17a5I

[@meandshe735]

I live opposite Les’s store: I told him about your message and he wants you to know it means a lot to him, but also fuck off.

[@Buce-ku9vx]

Who else is here for your quarterly Les fix? 🤣 The best.

[@jimkoney4200]

Me