Drive On: Helping Veterans Navigate PTSD & Life After Military Service

Bringing the Fallen Home


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Join the conversation with retired Air Force Lieutenant Colonel Les Carroll, an award-winning military journalist, documentary filmmaker, and author who shares his riveting experiences and heartfelt stories. From serving at Dover Air Force Base and supporting the return of fallen service members to his deployments in Afghanistan, Carroll talks about the moments that shaped his career and inspired his creative works, including his novel, 'This Troubled Ground,' and the documentary 'Bringing the Fallen Home.' Dive deep into the emotional, logistical, and human aspects of military service and the poignant tales of those who serve and their families.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Background

01:16 Work at Dover Air Force Base
02:10 Military Career and Deployments
04:28 Inspirations and Experiences
20:55 Project Contributions: Bringing the Fallen Home
22:14 Legacy and Impactful Work
33:20 The Importance of Veteran Stories
56:11 Lighter Note
55:53 Closing Remarks

Links & Resources
  • Veteran Suicide & Crisis Line: Dial 988, then press 1
  • Website: https://lescarroll.com
  • This Troubled Ground Book: https://www.amazon.com/This-Troubled-Ground-Carroll/dp/B0C9W1HJZ8
  • Library of Congress Veterans History Project: https://www.loc.gov/programs/veterans-history-project/about-this-program/
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