Vietnam War: A Platoon Commander's Account of the Battle of Coral Balmoral. A Company 3 RAR

Join us as we sit down with Peter Fraser, an Australian veteran, as he shares his gripping experiences as a platoon commander in A Company, 3rd Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment (3 RAR) during the tumultuous year of 1968 in Vietnam. At the height of the Tet Offensive, Peter found himself immersed in intense street fighting in Ba Ria, navigating the treacherous minefields in the Long Hai Hills during Operation Pinnaroo, and facing the harrowing battles of Coral and Balmoral. In this candid interview, Peter reflects on how these pivotal moments during the Vietnam War left an indelible mark on his life, shaping his perspective and leaving lasting impressions that endure to this day. Don't miss this compelling first hand account of courage, resilience, and the enduring impact of war on those who served.0:00 Joining the Army03:49 Going to Vietnam28:14 Battle of Ba Ria29:04 Battle of Coral Balmoral55:49 Into the Mine Field Operation Pinnaroo Long Hai Hills1:04:29 ANZAC DaySubscribe to our channel for more powerful stories from veterans who lived through history, and join us in honouring their experiences and sacrifices.‘Nobody wants to know, it doesn’t matter, it’s too hard to talk about and I don’t want to talk about those times.’ Actually yes, people do want to know, it most certainly matters, and we have found when a sympathetic pair of ex-servicemen break the ice in the discussion with the veteran, they find they do want to talk – the process is cathartic for the veteran and liberating in the same way a counsellor releases a pent-up memory. It can help the veteran and their closest family members to talk in ways they previously been unable to find.Remember to subscribe to our channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/HistoricMilitaryInterviews If you would like to share your veteran experience visit: https://storycraftersdownunder.com.au♫ Ave Maria Bach Gounod © Music Copyright Author: Music-Ideas Music Licence code: GVC8ATZB2S"Lest we forget" "They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old; Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning We will remember them."This information on this site is intended as a general reference for Internet users. It is made available on the understanding that Historic Military Interviews, as a result of providing this information or sharing these veterans experiences and stories, is not engaged in providing professional advice or necessarily takes a particular stance or point of view. Viewers & Listeners should seek their own advice re undertaking any commercial actions or understanding of these actions and shared experiences. All information in this site is provided "as is", with no guarantee of accuracy, timelineBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/historic-military-interviews--5668402/support.