My friend Tim Hageman hosts an informational podcast called “Behind the Line,” which honors the selfless dedication of First Responders and Military Veterans. “We want to recognize the men and women who serve and protect our communities and our Nation and give them a platform to share first-hand accounts and real-life stories.”

The Behind The Line podcast values the dedication, sacrifices, and service of First Responders and Military Veterans.

In this episode of the Behind the Line podcast, Tim welcomes Lou Eisenbrandt, a Vietnam War nurse who served from 1967 to 1970, one of the 7,000 nurses who provided care during the war. Lou shares her journey from growing up in Mascoutah, Illinois, to joining the United States Army, and her experiences in Vietnam, including the rigorous training, adjusting to the military culture, and serving as an emergency room nurse treating severe injuries.

She also discusses the emotional challenges of dealing with wounded soldiers, the significance of holding hands with dying soldiers, and her struggle with Parkinson’s disease linked to Agent Orange exposure. Lou reflects on her return home, the societal reception of Vietnam War veterans, her multiple visits back to Vietnam, and her published works that capture her remarkable journey.

This episode is a heartfelt and insightful exploration of the courage, dedication, and resilience of the ‘Angels of Mercy.’

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ADMIN: I had an earlier article about Lou on this website four years ago. If you are interested in reading more about her, then please click on the following link:

A VETERAN’S STORY: One Vietnam nurse, mending and remembering

If you would like to watch more of Tim’s podcasts, please visit:

https://www.behindthelinepod.com/

Tim would like to hear from you if you are a military veteran with a story. Please contact him via his website.

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