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EPISODE · May 20, 2026 · 46 MIN

Keith Cole: From Marine and Vietnam Veteran, To PTSD & Life After War

from Adversity to Strength with Lee Freeman · host Lee Freeman

Vietnam veteran and former Marine door gunner Keith Cole joins Adversity to Strength for a powerful and deeply honest conversation about war, trauma, survival and life after combat.Keith shares his experiences serving during the Vietnam War, the realities of combat, and the psychological impact war can leave behind long after soldiers return home. We discuss trauma, fear, survival, brotherhood, mental health and the emotional challenges many veterans face when trying to rebuild their lives after witnessing unimaginable events.This conversation also explores resilience, identity, coping with painful memories and learning how to move forward while carrying experiences that never fully leave you.An emotional and thought-provoking discussion about the human cost of war, overcoming adversity and the strength required to survive both during and after combat.

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