Veterans Oral History

John Benya gives insight on his time in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Vietnam War, and being inspired to give back to his country.

Walter Groomes shares photos of his experiences in the U.S. Army during Vietnam, and stories of trying to find moments of humor during…

Kevin Carter served in the U.S. Army, and discusses the changes he saw during his 20+ years of service.

Harold Robertson discusses his time spent in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War, including the close calls he had with the Viet Cong.

Steve Strahotsky talks about the struggle to make lasting friendships in the U.S. Army, and how food played an interesting role in his…

Lee Bartnik talks about how he got drafted into the Vietnam War, and his experiences in the U.S. Army.

Rick Boswell discusses his transition from the ROTC program into the U.S. Army, and his involvement in military intelligence during the…

John Dean talks about being motivated by his classmates to enlist in the U.S. Navy, and how he used that experience to mature.

Jim Parker talks about being drafted into the U.S. Army for the Korean War, how proud he is to have served, and an incident involving a…

Gary Saylor talks about getting drafted to serve in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War.

Charles “Butch” Smith discusses his time in Vietnam in the U.S. Army, and how his “chicken plate” saved his life.

John “Casey” Sterbenz discusses accepting his drafting into the U.S. Army, and the level of morale during the Vietnam War.

George Mezardash talks about enlisting in the U.S. Navy, struggling to get along with his shipmates, and returning to the grocery…

Bill Palm joined the U.S. Army in 1966, and discusses adjusting to military life and the difficulties of serving in Vietnam.

Theodore Viger, who served in the U.S. Army after being inspired by his father’s service in the Navy, discusses his training, and the…

Finksburg resident John Cassady talks to Marion Ware about his experiences in the Coast Guard, State Police and living in Carroll County.

John Ciambruschini shares his story of military service with the Carroll History Project on 5-21-2016.

Jay Hull shares his story of military service with the Carroll History Project on 5-21-2016.