Joseph Kauffman and Leonard M Johnson

Recorded April 24, 2024 45:47 minutes
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Description

Good friends Leonard M. Johnson (74) speaks with Joseph Kauffman (39) about their military experience as Marine Corps veterans. They discuss the similarities between Vietnam and Iraq, reflect on how race was perceived during their service, and speak bout their work with Disabled American Veterans.

Subject Log / Time Code

Leonard M. Johnson (L) and Joseph Kauffman (J) talk about how both of their uncles inspired them to join the military.
L and J recollect on school.
L and J share memories of boot camp.
L and J speak about the similarities between the Vietnam and Iraq war.
L and J discuss the bonds formed while enlisted.
L remembers his friend Rick who he met while hospitalized.
J discusses his experience working with civilians in Iraq.
L speaks about how race was perceived in Vietnam.
L and J reflect on being from different generations.
L and J discuss their work with Disabled American Veterans.

Participants

  • Joseph Kauffman
  • Leonard M Johnson

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Partnership Type

Outreach