Interview with Robert Wrinn, May 19, 1989
Project: American Veterans: Vietnam War Oral History Project
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In the first portion of the interview, Wrinn briefly describes United States Army weaponry and ranks in Vietnam, then discusses his life after his return from the war and the condition of Vietnam Veterans. In the second and larger portion of the interview, Wrinn tells his story from the beginning, when he was drafted, through various stages of training, and finally to his arrival and service in Vietnam. He describes his combat experiences and injuries, his responsibilities as a squad leader, military bases and equipment, and social aspects of life in the Army such as race relations and recreation.Interview Accession
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Wrinn, Robert Interview by Wayne Johnson. 19 May. 1989. Lexington, KY: Louie B. Nunn Center for Oral History, University of Kentucky Libraries.
Wrinn, R. (1989, May 19). Interview by W. Johnson. American Veterans: Vietnam War Oral History Project. Louie B. Nunn Center for Oral History, University of Kentucky Libraries, Lexington.
Wrinn, Robert, interview by Wayne Johnson. May 19, 1989, American Veterans: Vietnam War Oral History Project, Louie B. Nunn Center for Oral History, University of Kentucky Libraries.
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