VOICES OF HISTORY PRESENTS - Sgt. Lawrence Preo, Vietnam, 1965-1966, 716th Military Battalion

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[@VoicesofHistory]

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[@ALLGODSDIE]

Thank you sir for your service.

[@anthonymantia2891]

God Bless you Sgt. Preo, and thank you for your service. Welcome home Sir.

[@mikeythehat9]

Thank You Sir !!!!!

[@fowchiiiliedpuppiesdied]

What a man. What an amazing man. Thank you, from the bottom of my heart, for your service, sir.

[@chrisfrench8511]

Larry God Bless You.Many thanks for sharing your talents with us.

[@VoicesofHistory]

Chris, it's been an incredible journey these past 20 years. I feel God has given me a gift for remembering. My work has always been a labor of love, giving honor to whom honor is due. We owe our Veterans a great debt we can never repay.

[@babyswheels54]

Thank you for your service Sgt. Lawrence Preo. Of all the interviews I’ve watched on this channel listening to Sgt. Preo was an extraordinary experience for me. Intelligent and educated, raw and real, he allows his emotions to be finally free and it was your camera Larry and your sensitivity for our vets that allowed this man to share his heart, soul and story with us. Bravo Larry! And I salute you Sgt. Preo!

[@VoicesofHistory]

Jay, I always enjoy reading your comments. You see things about my stories and work others don't. It's like you are a newspaper columnist doing a review of my latest Veteran story. I so appreciate your kind words and your sensitivity to our Veterans and this documentary series. God bless you!!

[@youtubedailypoem]

News about 2 years ago I was at a Christmas Fair in a town near us and I had my Vietnam veteran hat on. A high school kid and his girlfriend came up to me and said thank you for your service. Brought me to tears

[@donnamarsh3474]

Recorded in my hometown. Never met this gentleman. Welcome Home. Thank you for your service, Sir!God bless him and you Larry!

[@VoicesofHistory]

Donna, did you go to Purdue? I remember being on campus when I did these interviews. I really liked the school. Did you know Lawrence served as the Alumni Association Executive Director from 1988-2004? He is 82 today. I am trying to locate him.

[@donnamarsh3474]

@@VoicesofHistory I went to college in Boston, but lived in West Lafayette and worked at Purdue for a while. My son graduated from Purdue. I'm surprised I never heard of him before. I hope you locate him.💓

[@maureencimochowski824]

Grateful to all who served❤

[@880cutter]

Once again ,I’m feeling pride and sorrow for the men and women that fought for and gave their lives for OurGreat Counties . Thank you for you dedication and service ❤That Salute always gets me .😢

[@Gracie994]

I Thank You for your service , my Dad was in WWll. Never spoke about it. Took it to his grave. He was a Great Dad! I still miss him. God Bless you.❤

[@VoicesofHistory]

Would love to learn more about your Father. Feel free to reach out Gracie: WEBSITE: larrycappetto.com

[@jamesfaedtke2914]

Thank You and Welcome home Lawrence.🇺🇲 You and Your Men won't be Forgotten 🇺🇲

[@wetblanket1977]

Thank you for your service Sgt. Lawrence Preo 🇺🇸

[@VoicesofHistory]

God bless you for your comment.

[@mobucks555]

Kid gives his youth then gives many some much needed insight. Thanks again, again.

[@phillamoore157]

Another excellent interview, Larry. This veterans letter just goes to show you how much your work is impacting people…including the vets themselves. You’re doing incredible work, at a time when it’s needed more than ever.

[@VoicesofHistory]

Phil, many thanks for your kind words. Lawrence Preo's story was tucked away in my archives like so many of them are. I'm ashamed to say I haven't even listened to it since I interviewed him 14 years ago. I was very moved of how raw and real this interview was. I am trying to locate Mr. Preo. He's 82 now. I need to apologize to him for not getting his story out sooner. Thank you for your continued support of my work Phil. God bless you!!

[@phillamoore157]

@@VoicesofHistory I’m absolutely certain that if he saw this comment section, it would give him a lot of closure. It’s one of the few places these vets can go and see a collective of people who truly appreciate their service. On another note, knowing that you’ve got an archive of these men’s testimonies that will survive all of us, would most certainly give you a sense of a life well lived, that I envy, to say the least. You, and organizations like USC’s Shoah are two of a very small groups of organizations that legitimize social media (IMHO). God bless you, as well, Larry 🙏🇺🇸

[@rickmcevoy4960]

Thanks for your service from one MP to another

[@VoicesofHistory]

Amen Rick. Glad to share his story with you and others. Thank you for your service. When and where did you serve? God bless you!!

[@keelsmac01]

Larry, thank you so much for these videos. The stories you tell are so brilliantly done. I love each and every one. And again I thank you.

[@VoicesofHistory]

Thank you for your kind words and watching...welcome aboard!! Hope you are subscribes to this channel. God bless you!!

[@utjon]

Thank you for your service. It is clear to hear your love of our Country. God bless

[@VoicesofHistory]

Thank you for watching and God bless you!!

[@rockhunter6260]

Thank you for your service Sgt. Lawrence Preo, you make us Americans proud👍🏻

[@VoicesofHistory]

Good hearing from you again Rockhunter 62. God bless you!! Please share this story.

[@chrishensley6745]

Another great video Larry! you are a dandy and kind soul and it shows you are a beleiver through your actions on here! Take care my friend,Chris from east Tn.

[@VoicesofHistory]

Chris, I've never been called a "Dandy." I so appreciate your kind words. It helps keep me going. I give God all the glory for this documentary series. We are to give honor to whom honor is due. I believe that is what I am doing with these Veteran stories. I've recored them, and now, I am sharing them. God bless you brother!!

[@lindajones8895]

Welcome Home. Thank you 🙏🏼 🙏🏼 Go Big Ten

[@robertberryhill4033]

❤welcome home brother and God bless you

[@VoicesofHistory]

Thank you Robert. God bless you!!

[@stevenrisso5535]

Just watching this man work his through his emotions was so heart felt, what a courageous act. And he brings his family into the interview, his daughter and so on which seemed to bring a sense of peace to him. Once again God Bless you Larry, keep up the good work.

[@VoicesofHistory]

GREAT observation Steve. I too found this interview extraordinary and how he really opened up his heart and shared for the first time his story from Vietnam. I am truly humbled.

[@Gracie994]

Thank you for your service, God Bless❤

[@chrisjanzen6082]

Thanks to both Larrys for their service.

[@VoicesofHistory]

Thank you Chris. Thank you for your support of this work. God bless you!!

[@howardking3046]

I am impressed by the maturity the veterans you are interviewing and I saw that for the most part while I was there in ‘69-70’. Most of the folks back home who were protesting were spoiled by America’s vast materialism without the accountability to contribute their share. It was a time of the beginning of the socialism of America-no one wanted to go to work! We were on the cusp of losing our American identity. Sadly, that has not changed! 😢

[@ypaulbrown]

another wonderful episode Larry, thank you so much for taking the time to share these brave men and women stories .....best wishes, Paul

[@VoicesofHistory]

Paul, always good hearing from you. Thank you for your kind words. Please help me to share these stories. God bless you!!

[@ponderwilu]

I turned 18 in the summer of ‘71. I’ve listened to many Vietnam War stories and yours are done the best. I have a close family member now serving and I’ve passed these on for him to listen to. We should never forget these heroes personal sacrifices. Thank you Sir for this great service in keeping an important chapter in America’s history alive. I just made a contribution to help fund your fine work. God Bless

[@VoicesofHistory]

THANK YOU for watching, sharing, and your support of my work. I am truly grateful. God bless you!!

[@robgnisir4708]

Thank You, we are grateful for your sacrifice and great service for our country.

[@VoicesofHistory]

Thank you for watching Rob. God bless you!!

[@harrymarshall4625]

One of y our best interviews Larry. God bless both of you. From a vet, Welcome home and job well done.

[@VoicesofHistory]

Thank you brother Harry. Always good hearing from you. Yes, I think this is one of the best. I haven't watched or heard it since it was recorded. I've done so many interviews over the years that I have actually forgot about a lot of them. I am grateful this one emerged from the group. God bless you Harry!!

[@edwardh1591]

Thank you for your service. Happy Memorial Day.

[@Gracie994]

Welcome Home❤

[@gldngloves440]

Ty Sir!! And welcome home ❤️🇺🇸❤🫡

[@VoicesofHistory]

Thank you for watching. God bless you!!

[@jameshicks3046]

Another great show!

[@VoicesofHistory]

Thank you James.

[@nicholas6847]

Thank you for your service

[@simonkeen9776]

Thanks Larry! You rock man

[@VoicesofHistory]

Simon, not sure you were referring to me or Lawrence, but, thank you for your comment and God bless you!!

[@olivias.3071]

Thank you for protecting our boys and kept them out of trouble.

[@charleywalker2982]

Thanks for sharing your videos and keep them coming please.

[@stevenrisso5535]

If there is anything I can do to spread your word let me know. God Bless you Larry, you're one of a kind

[@VoicesofHistory]

Steve, can't thank you enough for your enthusiasm and support of my work. I would say just share these videos with friends and family. I particularly want to get these stories into schools. Maybe you have some thoughts along those lines. I think my radio station would be an excellent resource for students in schools. Living history in the palm of their hands.

[@bobmochinski12]

Great to see an MP! 95b. 1979-1982

[@VoicesofHistory]

Thank you Bob for your service. I have many interviews still in my archives like Lawrence Preos. I love this his story and perspective from Vietnam. Unlike any others I have in my series. God bless you!!

[@irenedemarco1354]

Thank You for Your Service 💞✌️🙏

[@lindawilliams4214]

Thank you for your service sir. Welcome home. I feel so sorry that the men returning home were not appreciated and embraced as they should have been. I feel embarrassed that you were spit on. My God. I feel ashamed that you were spit on. Listening to these interviews makes me feel a new sense of responsibility to be a better citizen and person. As the only way I can honor the sacrifices made by these veterans.

[@anthonyr5869]

My uncle is a Vietnam vet, my grandfather a Korean vet they will both be here for Memorial Day. I will ask whoever gives the prayer before our meal to say something about the boys in the wall.

[@VoicesofHistory]

Thank you for watching Anthony. God bless you!!

[@davidpaul8289]

Hail Purdue. MS '63 PhD '65 Those were the most enjoyable years of my life. My best friend is a former CW3 Huey pilot (Musket 38, 176th AHC, Chu Lai 1969-1970). You ALL have my deep respect and thanks for your service.

[@VoicesofHistory]

Thank you David. God bless you!!

[@irenedemarco1354]

Thank You For Your Service 💞✌️🙏

[@acidfuzzpedals9986]

Thank you for your interviews. My father was a Vietnam Vet (1970-71). He became the president of the MA chapter of the Vietnam Vets Motorcycle Club, but died relatively young in 2005 from Agent Orange. What breaks my heart is that my father, like many veterans, was very patriotic, but could still be critical of US foreign policy. Feel free to hate the war, but not the warriors. They didn't make the policy. His motorcycle club mainly consisted of other vets like him who didn't have family & they relied on each other for support. No matter how many kids toy drives and scholarships they funded, they got a bad rap from law enforcement, probably because they were respected by other unsavory clubs like the Hells Angels. Will you please consider interviewing a Vietnam Vet who is also a member of the Vietnam Vets motorcycle club, while they're still alive? FYI: the president of the NY chapter of VIetnam Vets MC owned a business that rebuilt the cell tower that was taken out on 911. ✌❤

[@VoicesofHistory]

Thank you your comment. If somebody is interested in being interviewed please have them reach out to me. Thank you. EMAIL: [e-mail]

[@tet68vietnam72]

It was early in my second tour in Vietnam that I realized the politicians who had started the war had no intention of letting us win the war and that we were all dying for nothing! And at home, we, not the politicians, were being blamed for the war. Nearly 55 years later, I still suffer from horrible nightmares and am in therapy for severe delayed chronic PTSD and depression. In spite of all this, God blessed me with a wife who understood my pain and endured much verbal abuse and isolation from me during the years that I lived in a bottle in a vain attempt to run away from the pain. Today, I have been sober for nearly 30 years and we have two wonderful children and two beautiful granddaughters. But as great as that is, the greatest thing to happen to me was a chance meeting with a man of God who introduced me to Jesus. My faith tells me to forgive my enemies and to love those who despise me. But 55 years later, I still haven't gotten there, and every day I ask my Savior for the strength and grace to forgive a country that blamed me and my brothers and sisters in arms for a war politicians started. When I do sometimes wear my Vietnam Veteran cap, people will say "thank you for your service." I nod my head and mumble thank you, but my heart's not in it. The only thing that means anything to me is when a fellow vet says, "Welcome home." In spite of all the hype in recent years about how badly Vietnam veterans were treated, recognizing each other is the only real welcome home we have left.

[@VoicesofHistory]

WELCOME HOME MY FRIEND!!! This is one of the most sincere and best comments I have ever received. Thank you for sharing your commitment to the Lord. I pray that God will continue to reveal Himself to you. If you ever want to talk with me please don't hesitate to contact me. God bless you. EMAIL: [e-mail]

[@markconway70]

Welcome home brother.

[@VoicesofHistory]

For you for watching Mark. God bless you!!

[@ChesterLeeArmstrong]

This is dumb i suppose, but i have a pocket watch looking clock just like theirs. It was my parents and i am 73 and it has never stopped ticking in my house for over 35 years for sure. I have only seen one oyher one in a bar in Live Oak m, California. I am an army vet. Spent all of 1972 at Pamunjom. Korea. I am enjoying your work Larry and will make a contribution. I will be in Grand Junction in next 60 to 90 days. What you do helps these vets. Thank you. Lee from Winnemucca

[@VoicesofHistory]

Hey Lee thanks for your comment. Let me know when you come to Grand Junction. I spent the night in Winnemucca 44 years ago on our way to California to play and some prisons in CA. I was playing in a rock 'n' roll band at the time, THE TIME MACHINE.

[@soxbearshwks8988]

3rd Batt. 7th Marines ChuLai,RVN 10/65-11/66

[@charleywalker2982]

👍

[@paulprigge1209]

You get tired of hearing this but thank you. Sorry again I’m not able to contribute Financially.

[@VoicesofHistory]

Paul this work is a ministry and a labor of love. Please pray for us. Thank you!!

[@Americal-v6r]

Good 'ol army issue glasses that never were correct vision nor properly fit most of the time. And the legendary brown wood grain paneling of the time. Beings back some fond memories.

[@wellitsherenow]

oh man

[@jacquesdure2338]

I have been listening to the accomplishments of those guys who served in the military. To me, they are real heroes dead and alive. No Trump, they weren’t nor aren’t suckers and losers. They are heroes for ever and may God bless always🙏.

[@keelsmac01]

Why do you have to take this wonderful interview and make it political. What an immature and nasty person. You should delete it. Trump did more for veterans than anyone. But again, you being immature and indoctrinated wouldn’t know that.

[@toddavis8603]

Dems of today are cowards at war; Libya, Iraq, Afghan withdrawal-----

[@velmaholland5673]

The words patriotism and patriot have deevolved into a crazy meaning relative to what they meant years ago. To me, they mean being willing to support and fight for one’s country when there’s an existential threat to our democracy or our allies. I’m sure most German citizens of the 1930s through mid-1940s were patriotic, but they were not exactly able to think and act in the best interest of Germany in the face of Hitler’s dictatorship/police state and Goebbels propaganda program. I strongly believe in supporting our soldiers whom we send overseas to fight on our behalf; likewise, the tendency of our nation seems to be to stop going to school and learning once we get a job and start a family. That is, we tend to become easy prey for those who would take our freedom away from us from within our own national boundaries. The way the word patriotism is thrown around as a very virtuous word divorced from all thought about the meaning of the word, makes me very uncomfortable. It does not mean using the word patriotism to divide the American people. Anyone who listens to oral histories of our veterans of foreign wars will be amazed at the magnitude of their bravery, suffering, and sacrifices; we cannot help but demand that these men be treated with respect that they deserve. We must also tolerate those who protest peacefully and respectfully.

[@VoicesofHistory]

Thank you for watching Velma. Are you subscribed to this channel? Curious how you found this particular interview. I just released it today. Would like to speak with you further about your comment. God bless you!!

[@irenedemarco1354]

Wonderfully written....xx

[@stevekells7283]

Afghanistan...the us government done it again! Pulled out in a panic,same thing,helicopters on rooftops...never learnt a thing

[@46bovine]

Welcome home, Mr. Preo, thank you for your service. I volunteered to go to Vietnam when I was thrown out of nuclear power school in 1966. The navy sent me to an aircraft carrier that was deployed to the Mediterranean. In 1969 I was transferred to the USS America and then went to Vietnam in April of 1970! Go figure.

[@Dick_Shinn]

I think dealing with the repressed emotions possibly created more stark terror than the situations that created them! His struggle to tell his story was heart-wrenching!

[@VoicesofHistory]

I agree.

[@irenedemarco1354]

Its taken so long for the Vietnam Vets to tell their experiences in Nam...! All because of politicisation... and made to feel shame for a job they were drafted to do... Yes atrocities did occur, but look how many 100,s thousand men went over, and yes, amongst that number would be the odd psycopath, sociopath that enjoyed what they got away with.... (heinous by anyones standards, and totally unhinged) The Vets who served, all seem to state they did their JOB, with pride..and dont regret what they had to do..... Its such a shame that it took so long to recognise the emotional damage and not to mention the generational effects of Agent Orange...!.... The Vets deserve the best of Medical Care.... Its not fair they suffer one minute longer than the time they served for their country.... emotionally, financially nor physically... Mr Preo, YOU SERVED YOUR COUNTRY WITH PRIDE AND SENSITIVITY... WE CAN READ THAT FROM YOU EVEN NOW.... Thank you for showing your sensitivity, you are so brave and im so sorry your country mates carried on like animals, they have no idea...ignorant jerks THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE... Love peace and blessings from New Zealand 💞✌️🙏

[@VoicesofHistory]

Great comment Irene. So glad to hear from you over in New Zealand. How did you find my channel? I hope you are subscribed.

[@irenedemarco1354]

@@VoicesofHistory I searched for a series i had been listening to, about Vietnam Veterans and your channel popped up. Im of the belief that these amazing boys went to war with the best of intentions but got treated abominably for doing their job...the lack of support made most of them clam up about their service...and that is so sad they had to keep their experiences under wraps. They were shamed...but considering how deep and dark their war was (including hand to hand combat) I can see how their PTSD became such an integral part of their lives... and again, so misunderstood... Taking so long to be able to share what happened to them is so sad, they've kept so many horrors locked inside, its soul destroying. I bawled like a baby after listening to Sgt Preo, you can see the effect this has had on him for years.... Its not fair he still suffers (and any other Veterans) The Vietnam Vets have been instrumental in making sure the next generation get assistance post Afghanistan and Iraq, different types of war, yet with the same elements of fear they expience during their tour (where does the next bullet, IED, bomb come from) I guess from my own perspective, and 24 years service as an emergency care nurse, i feel for the injuries they suffered, physical and emotional. I know how hard the recovery can be. I was badly injured and broke my neck, so i have a lot of downtime to listen to their stories... so im empathetic to their suffering... I wish them all "inner peace". Xxxx

[@VoicesofHistory]

Irene please contact me. Your comments are some of the best I have read. I hope your healing goes well. Larry Cappetto. EMAIL: [e-mail]