John Redmond and Mark Stacy
Recorded
March 3, 2025
40:24 minutes
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Id:
mbd000112
Description
John Redmond (69) speaks with friend Mark Stacy (73) about their military service and reflect together on the progression of their careers in the military and their life since leaving service.Subject Log / Time Code
John Redmond and Mark Stacy discuss how they first joined the military. Both discuss the different levels of exposure they had to the military growing up.
Both discuss their experiences with the Navy and Army as well as the technology that they worked with. Mark recalls learning how to become a tank commander.
John and Mark share why they left the military and discuss their transitions back to civilian life.
Both discuss the differences between the Army and the Navy and how their branches suited them.
Both talk about how the Army and Navy have changed since they served. Mark shares a funny story about betting on a promotion.
John and Mark talk about promotions in their divisions. John shares a story about waves out on the open ocean.
Mark talks about the military history of his family. John shares what it was like having a brother who was a "conscientious objector" to the Vietnam War.
Mark explains why he has an issue with the Marine Corps. John recalls relationships that he has maintained.
John and Mark share what they want people to think about veterans and the public impressions and sentiment they experienced after the Vietnam War.
John remembers traveling abroad as an American. Mark recalls being injured in the line of duty.
Both talk about the veterans home they now live in and discuss loss.
Participants
- John Redmond
- Mark Stacy