Veterans Stories - DAN LAURIA

The “Veterans Stories” series features Metro Area Vietnam Veterans sharing their personal experiences from the Vietnam War. The nine veterans who shared their experiences are: Lee Blackmon, Decker A. Decker, Jack McCormack, John McInerney, Guy Palumbo, Steve Tagg, Joseph Giannini, Michael Sulsona and Michael Mullarkey.
A very special and poignant portrayal of soldiers serving their country who upon returning from a job well done never heard: “Welcome Home”.

[@franklinhall9640]

I'm a fan of The Wonder years and I had no idea he was a Captain in the US Marine Corps. Such an impressive individual.

[@hoopsheavenpa]

Love him as an actor! Had no idea he’s a veteran. I have even greater respect for Mr. Lauria. God bless 🇺🇸

[@johndeere8594]

Comedian Rob rigged was a captain in the marines. As well as Dennis Franz a Viet nam vet.

[@filipepao7198]

A such an honor! Sir! I'm a huge fan!

[@clovisdacruz6078]

I absolutely loved Dan Lauria in “The Wonder Years”.

[@JinxDClown]

This man (Dan Lauria) was a huge part of my growing up. Always reminded me of my dad. I owe him tons for that. I owe him tons more for his service. Warms my heart whenever I see him.

[@kennyspaghetti4329]

"Any politician who voted for war their kids should be the first to go." Yes.

[@angelsv]

Still remember that episode when Lewis said to him: "You keep thinking the way you do Mr Arnold and these two (Kevin and Wayne) will be next, and I just hope that's what they want"

[@joshgellis3292]

Thank you for your service, Marine Lauria. 😉You’re a fantastic actor, too, ‘Jack Arnold’!😎

[@RoadJournal]

Thank you for service!

[@boredstudent]

I knew Dan Lauria from The Wonder Years. Only his character was a Korean War veteran. I never would have known Dan was a real veteran but a Vietnam vet.

[@craigmiller8902]

Dan, I loved hearing your opinions and sage advice regarding the military. The last time I saw you was at Camp Hanson. I was also at the Basic School with you. You were a leader at the Basic School and I remember you fondly. We are both from Ct. Semper fi, buddy. -Craig Miller

[@NSTVLongIsland]

Thank you for your service.

[@jond2458]

Thank you for your service Craig

[@markhanley463]

Thank you for your service Craig and Dan.

[@DrMurdercock]

Appreciate your service Craig

[@brianmitchell8422]

My father did work on camp Henson with the marines running to Boy Scouts,had my dad not have the love for aircraft and working in sac after he was on Okinawa he would of transferred to the usmc.

[@dmoney668]

Thank you Mr. Lauria

[@frederickwise5238]

Semper Fi Dan, I had no idea!! Liked you in Wonder Years. That just went up a whole buncha points. OOORAH!!

[@LRS905]

I always thought Mr. Lauria never acted in TWY, he was just being himself, an honest, hard working man. Great interview.

[@andrewbean24.2]

Much love to Dan, he always reminded me of my grandpa. Same mannerisms, same style, hard worker

[@eric18993]

No, they are different. Jack Arnold doesn't question war, Dan Lauria does.

[@richardjacobs2708]

I'm a fan of Yonder Years.

[@petermonteleone8153]

I think his idea about taking kids who are obsessed with these war video games to a VA hospital is an excellent idea. I remember when I was young and used to watch old war movies and GI Joe and everything else and thought war was fun and cool.....until my mom made me watch Born on the Fourth of July. Boy, that sure changed my whole perspective.

[@chrisxavier3147]

Wow, I never knew that he was a Vietnam vet!

[@danerichards7280]

God bless him ❤

[@leggzd]

Dan Lauria as Jack Arnold always reminded me of my father. Now, I see it's because he is a Vietnam Veteran like My Father. The way he speaks and carries himself is just like my Father. I miss My Dad... Hearing Dan speak is comforting.

[@DrMurdercock]

Thanks for your service Dan. And thanks for your contributions as Jack Arnold. Idiot's will never understand soldiers just fight the rich man's war.

[@topgeardel]

"Soldiers just fight the rich man's war"...you say. WHY do soldiers fight the rich man's war?

[@joeburnette8255]

When you talked about your marine buddies are still connected, you couldn’t of said it better. Us marines always have that brotherhood. Plus you are right. When you get out they send you through taps. But it does not get you ready for what you will face on the outside. Semper fi sir

[@grimwest90304]

My Father passed away in 2016 and everytime I rewatch the Wonder Years and watch Mr Lauria aka Jack Arnold,he reminds me of my dad in alot of ways..One of the best actors in my book

[@bluetopguitar1104]

Wow. What a great man.

[@L4Z3RB0Y]

Omg he was a nam vet? Awesome, total respect🙏

[@mikegeiler2347]

AMAZING point about that period after WW2 where they spent more time with each other and were able to detach together. Maybe a 2 month restation in a Germany or Japan while still in the military environment but not combat? Especially if they’re surrounded by the same guys they just served with.

[@8656737s]

I love him!

[@jamesdavison2927]

I had no idea until i saw a wonder years reunion thing that dan was/is a marine He expressed his appreciation for and added that he had contributed a bit to the episodes that dealt with veteran issues and war conversations My love and respect for him has gone up so much higher In under six minutes he makes some AMAZINGLY POWERFUL POINTS regarding our veterrans , our politicians , war , and glorifying and romanticizing killing other humans WOW THANK YOU FOR POSTING THIS

[@robertvalderaz7329]

Thank You so much, for your support to our plight.

[@williamblair9597]

He is saying the most important thing we all should never forget, we've got to get the types of politicians out of office who keep us in these endless conflicts.

[@jonboy8181]

This guy is always surprising me!! Man, what’s dude.

[@mdsimps2]

This is an amazing interview by an incredibly wise man. So much to learn from him.

[@Suddenlyits1960]

Thank you for your service Dan,and for sharing your brilliant insight on the effects of war on veterans and the politics behind decisions that factor into war. I’ll have to read the book you mentioned, “war is a racket”.

[@marine-pilot4511]

Semper Fi Dan. That series chokes me up to this day, especially the series finale, where pop dies soon after

[@lfkk4640]

Thank You Dan for your service. Such a great actor too.

[@Grodd70]

Huge fan of Wonder Years, and I really think Dan Lauria nailed that part so well. Now, I not only think of his amazing acting talent but as a person who served his country and continues to serve fellow veterans.

[@mazharsoufi5270]

i loooooove this man from the wonder years! man what an amazing actor!! i love him and listen to him here .. so true he is such an amazing servent what a wise man

[@ejsocci2630]

Thank you all so much for your service, welcome home.👊🏻🇺🇸

[@jinyingjiang4628]

Thanks for your service during and after !!

[@paulkoscielski5337]

Thank you sir for your insights. Refreshing to hear common sense in these times. Bless you for your service.

[@jamesdrynan]

Lauria is spot on about the military. Men in comfy leather chairs, sipping cognac, smoking cigars and sending young people to faraway places to die for mercenary or political causes is a truism. The horrible treatment of Vietnam vets was a knee-jerk reaction by a public unaware of the manipulations of their government.

[@jamesthomas788]

Wise words from a wise man.

[@MrFrankturbo1]

SEMPER FI Dan always liked you before this interview

[@bohuntr]

Dan thank you much for this.

[@violinda.]

Jack and Karen episodes of TWY are my favorite.

[@jamessollazzo4860]

she was a brat

[@rawloke8334]

Very true.

[@pierreaucoin2480]

Excellent points all the way through....

[@logann127]

wow, he was a bit the father of all of us who grew watching TWY

[@randygravel2057]

He looks like a Marine. What did they feed those dudes?

[@DrMurdercock]

My 2nd Dad

[@Day1onDay1]

Mine too, brother!

[@gfx2943]

If you ever meet a Vietnam vet, please thank them and tell them you love them. Don't tell them you're sorry.

[@jorgezarco9269]

The aliens in Independence Day(1996) blew him up!

[@philrussell1434]

My Mother in Law was a Nurse in a TB hospital. She had to deal with the female villagers after American troops were finished with them. I won't repeat any of what she shared with me. But,do any of these veterans talk about it?

[@spencergregory8049]

Terrible, just terrible

[@TheKitchenerLeslie]

I remember seeing A Bronx Tale and wondering how he got special thanks in the end credits.

[@chrisminks8183]

While I agree that Smedley Butler was a great man, he however was only awarded 2 CMOHs

[@oso9809]

Blame the politicians. Exactly! Politicians suck

[@Carlos-sd6cz]

ALL of them!!!

[@mistercool3859]

He's as wise as Jack Arnold.

[@Ben623]

Wonder yeara dad and I always think of him when I see Helgas.dad on hey Arnold

[@naughtydorf18]

I wonder if he met R Lee Ermey

[@johndeere8594]

Wow what an idea. Have the politicians that vote for war children serve first.

[@oldfan1963]

I don't know if the top echelon in the 21st century military CAN operate independently of politics.

[@user-yx9bs8zo5q]

Nope.

[@jamessollazzo4860]

dan was a liberal marine surprised he didn't run off to toronto