Personal Accounts

TSgt Mark Lundstrom – U.S. Air Force Retired, tells his stories of service while serving at the Pentagon during September 11.

In this segment from WEDU ARTS PLUS, learn about The Telling Project, a theatrical production in which Tampa Bay veterans share their stories of service on stage.

Today’s generation of warriors have been deployed more than any other before, this documentary highlights a unique program that pairs dogs and veterans in a training program, and ultimately as companions, to show appreciation and assist in healing of PTSD.

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Gene Haran shares his stories of his service in the United State Air Force during the Vietnam War.

Meet Major Julie Moore and Air Force Fighter Pilot who flies fighter jets, just like her dad.

Steve Piscitelli, a sculptor from Central Florida, uses his experiences from the Vietnam War as inspiration to create his art. He found that his art also helps him heal emotionally from the images he saw in combat.

Hear from Tom Kosiorek, who served in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War in 1964 and 1965.

Lester Hollenback who served in World War II and is a blacksmith and wheel-write whose contributions to Central Florida’s history is more than just horseshoes and wheels.

Anthony Johnson shares his stories of his service during the Vietnam War.

John Santoriello shares his stories of his service during the Vietnam War.