Memories of War36:19

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On Veterans Day we tap the memories of particular men --fathers and their own — who fought in WWII and Vietnam. And we hear their views on the war in Iraq.

Guests:

Michael Takiff, author, "Brave Men, Gentle Heroes: American Fathers and Sons in World War II and Vietnam"

Mike Novosel, Sr., captain, United States Army Air Forces in World War II and chief warrant officer three, United States Army in Vietnam. He was awarded a Medal of Honor in 1971.

Mike Novosel, Jr., chief warrant officer two, United States Army in Vietnam

John Howe, staff sergeant, United States Army in Vietnam