Vietnam War: Operation Pinnaroo: Long Hai Hills: 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 navigating the treacherous minefields in the Long Hai Hills during Operation Pinnaroo. 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 The Mine incident01:29 Being Sent into the minefield04:23 Tactical B52 strike06:51 Dave Mackenzie incident10:24 Remembering our lostSubscribe 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/HistoricMilitaryInterviewsIf 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: FE2MHS8ZTPBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/historic-military-interviews--5668402/support.