Americans in Wartime Experience
February 13, 2023

On this episode of the Voices of Freedom Podcast, we showcase our interview with Vietnam War Veteran, D R Butler. D R served in the United States Army and flew helicopters as a members of the 229th Aviation Battalion, 1rst Calvary Division. The unit was made famous in the movie, "We Were Soldiers."  D R shares the story about telling his father at age 5 that he wanted to be a pilot and his fathers reation to his time serving in Vietnam alongside Col. Hal Moore who was played by Mel Gibson in the movie.
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The Americans in Wartime Experience explores the impact of war and conflict on America since WWI. It honors those who served in the military and on the home front and highlights the values they demonstrated in serving – duty, honor, and courage. It examines how periods of conflict have profoundly shaped American society. It educates visitors about the costs of war, both on a personal and social level. It challenges visitors to remember the service and sacrifices made by their fellow citizens to preserve and defend our freedoms. LEARN MORE

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