Vietnam War Marine: Col. George Cadman III, USMC (Ret.) | Living History with Alex

In this episode of Living History with Alex, we sit down with Col. George Cadman III, USMC (Retired), a United States Marine who served from 1964 to 1995 and experienced some of the defining moments of the Vietnam War era, including the Tet Offensive.Col. Cadman shares what inspired him to join the Marine Corps, how he transitioned from an enlisted Marine to an officer, and what it was like training at Parris Island, Officer Candidate School, and The Basic School before eventually deploying to Vietnam.He talks about his role in communications and artillery units, the challenges of leadership in combat, and the intense experience of helping form a provisional rifle company during the Tet Offensive. He also reflects on close calls in combat and the responsibility of leading Marines in dangerous situations.During the conversation, Col. Cadman also shares meaningful artifacts from his long career, including rank insignia, medals, dog tags, and his Marine Corps memorabilia, while reflecting on the pride he still feels from serving alongside fellow Marines.🌟 Topics Covered:🇺🇸 Joining the Marine Corps during the Vietnam era🪖 From enlisted Marine to officer📡 Communications and artillery operations🔥 Experiences during the Tet Offensive🎖️ Marine Corps medals, insignia, and artifacts💡 Leadership lessons from decades of serviceIf you enjoy real stories of service, sacrifice, and leadership, make sure to like, comment, and subscribe for more episodes of Living History with Alex.🔔 Stay tuned for more conversations that keep history alive.