Freedom’s Pulse

Ep. 73 Vietnam Veteran; The Horrors of War, Marijuana, Guilt, PTSD, & Forgiveness-Andrew Wilson’s American Story


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Andrew Wilson has been in therapy for decades.  PTSD from the Vietnam War, a war he never wanted to be a part of, riddled Andrew's soul.

Andrew is a Vietnam veteran, and, almost half a century later, Andrew cannot completely forgive himself for his role as soldier in this controversial war.  Andrew describes himself as a young coward, unable to stand up for his beliefs as Mohammad Ali did all those years ago.  

In this raw episode, Andrew talks about the horrors of the Vietnam War; the rampant drug use; the confusion, guilt, and the ensuing PTSD that plagued him relentlessly.

But this is also a story of overcoming demons through the forgiveness of Andrew's savior, Jesus Christ.  Andrew is a participant in the "New Revolution," a movement to spread the beliefs of the Founding Fathers regarding this grand experiment we call America.

Andrew does not see a dark future for America, but a bright future as we come together, united in the goodness of freedom and support of our marvelous republic.

Andrew is an accomplished musician and was a member of different bands in his young adult years.  As a part of the "All Of The Above" band, Andrew wrote the song, "The War Is Over."  It was a song written for those who served during the Vietnam War.  You can find the recording on YouTube.  The War Is Over  It is a poignant reminder of the trials our military endured during and after this controversial war.

Andrew Wilson spends his time helping other veterans deal with the mental scars of war.   

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