S1E10-John O'Brien
Patriot Plates Series
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13m
Lieutenant John O’Brien recounts his military journey, commencing at the Naval Academy where he graduated in 1969 before serving in Vietnam. He vividly recalls the PT boats responsible for coast guarding and monitoring during the war, supporting both Frogmen and Navy SEALs. Lieutenant O’Brien also reflects on his historical link to General MacArthur, notably testing newly repaired PT boats by sailing them out to the Philippines.
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