Posts tagged Vietnam

History 21 The Podcast - 5.01 Gary Nereson

In 1969, Gary Nereson said goodbye to his pregnant wife and crossed the world to serve in the Vietnam War. After three long months with the 9th Infantry Division, he was reassigned to Advisory Team 66 because of his background in electrical engineering. His new job: help bring electricity to rural villages in South Vietnam. Gary sat down with Rebecca to share his story in November, 2024 as part of ACHS’s Echoes of Bravery project.

Host Sara Given, ACHS Volunteer Coordinator, and Rebecca Desens, ACHS Executive Director.

History 21 The Podcast, History 21: The Podcast, PodcastSara GivenJanuary 3, 2025Anoka County Historical SocietyAnoka County, season 5, episode 5.01, Gary Nereson, Vietnam, Echos of Bravery

History 21 The Podcast - 4.10 Rediscovering "Anguish"

In 2005, ACHS produced an award-winning exhibit focusing on the veterans of the Vietnam War. One of these veterans, Bruce Sommer, created a piece of art titled “Anguish” as part of his healing process. In this episode, Collections Manager Kassandra Mackenthun visits with Gather Committee member Jo Rhoady to hear more about the art, Jo’s connection, and how ACHS plans to revisit the exhibit material.

Host Rebecca Desens, ACHS Director, and Sara Given, ACHS Volunteer Coordinator.

History 21 The Podcast, History 21: The Podcast, PodcastSara GivenMay 17, 2024Anoka County Historical Societyseason 4, veterans voice, military awards, episode 4.10, Jo Rhoady, Kassandra Mackenthun, Bruce Sommer, Vietnam, Art

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