Jeff Kissler, Jonathan Kissler, Anna Kissler, and LaDawn (Dawni) Kissler

Recorded April 17, 2019 41:03 minutes
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Description

Jeff Kissler (54) talks with wife, LaDawn (Dawni) Kissler (53), son, Jonathan Kissler (12), and, daughter, Anna Kissler (16) about his service in the Army. He talks about his deployment to Afghanistan, proud moments during his service, and advice for military couples and his children (if they were to join).

Subject Log / Time Code

JK shares when he enlisted in the Army and why (influenced by father and opportunities for education); shares about platoon, thoughts of the military prior to joining, describes basic training and his drill sergeants.
JK recalls the time he left the military and what discharge was like; shares the effect of his time served in the military.
JK shares the reactions of his parents; shares how it felt to return after deployment; shares reaction to seeing his family upon return; describes proud moments and regrets from time in the military.
JK recalls a humbling moment at an event for wounded soldiers.
JK shares what he learned about himself as a result of the military; shares an aspect missed in civilian life; shares what he would want his children to know about the military.

Participants

  • Jeff Kissler
  • Jonathan Kissler
  • Anna Kissler
  • LaDawn (Dawni) Kissler

Recording Locations

First United Methodist Church

Partnership

Partnership Type

Outreach

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