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Veterans Chronicles

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World War II
Vietnam War
Iwo Jima
Pearl Harbor
Battle Of the Bulge
U.S. Army
Afghanistan
Korean War
Marine Corps
Pacific Theater
D-Day
Iraq
Iraq War
Second Battle Of Fallujah
US Marine Corps
Medal Of Honor
U.S. Navy
9/11
Military Service
Holocaust

Veterans Chronicles brings America’s military heroes to life through raw, first-person stories. Veterans recount the battles and moments that shaped their lives, from World War II to Iraq and Afghanistan. Powerful, personal, and deeply human, Veterans Chronicles preserves history one voice at a time.Learn more about Veterans Chronicles heliosmedia.us/veterans-chronicles/

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Floyd Moreland grew up in Illinois in a family with a very distinguished service record. He joined the U.S. Marine Corps when he was 21-years-old because he "wanted to fight with the best." Moreland hated Marine Corps boot camp but enjoyed advanced i... more

In September 2001, U.S. Air Force General Richard Myers was Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. President George W. Bush had recently nominated him to be the next chairman. On the morning of September 11, 2001, Gen. Myers was on Capitol Hill ... more

Sal Cassano was born in New York City. He served in the U.S. Army and did a tour in Vietnam from 1966-1967, But even while he was serving overseas, plans were already in motion for him to become a New York City firefighter when he came home. In late ... more

Michael Hingson was hosting a training session in his offices on the 78th floor of the World Trade Center's North Tower on the morning of September 11, 2001. As he reached for some paper, Hingson felt and heard a muffled explosion and the tower bent ... more

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Richard Myers
Retired U.S. Air Force General and former Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff
U.S. Air Force / Former Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff
Episode: Gen. Richard Myers, USAF, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, 9/11
Salvatore “Sal” Cassano
Former FDNY Commissioner, Army and Vietnam veteran
FDNY (Commissioner 2010-2014)
Episode: Sal Cassano, FDNY Commissioner, 9/11 Terrorist Attacks
Michael Hingson
Survivor of the North Tower during the September 11 attacks
Self/Author
Episode: Michael Hingson, 9/11 Survivor, World Trade Center
Caster Salemi
U.S. Army veteran of World War II, 251st Field Artillery Battalion
U.S. Army
Episode: TSgt Caster Salemi, U.S. Army, World War II, Luzon, New Guinea
Paul Evans
U.S. Army Special Forces veteran, horse soldier
U.S. Army Special Forces / ODA 595
Episode: MSG Paul Evans, U.S. Army, Afghanistan, Gulf War
HJ. Burley Smith
US Merchant Marine veteran of the Korean War
US Merchant Marine
Episode: H.J. Burley Smith, U.S. Merchant Marine, Korea, USS Meredith Victory Evacuation
Leonard Ganz
U.S. Army veteran, Vietnam War
Military Assistance Command / South Vietnamese unit liaison
Episode: 1LT Leonard Ganz, U.S. Army, Vietnam, Silver Star
Floyd Brantley
U.S. Navy corpsman in World War II; U.S. Air Force veteran in the Korean War
U.S. Navy, U.S. Air Force
Episode: Floyd Brantley, U.S. Navy, USAF, World War II, Korea
Vince Makela
U.S. Army veteran and Green Beret
U.S. Army
Episode: SGT Vince Makela, U.S. Army Green Beret, Afghanistan 'Horse Soldiers'

Host

Greg Karumbis
Host of Veterans Chronicles with deep ties to veteran communities and historical storytelling.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 380 ratings
  • One of the best

    I love hearing about all the veterans from World War II to Korea to Vietnam, so the global warrants terror one of the best

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GoodNBad reviews
    United Statesa month ago
  • Inspirational

    I’m inspired by these stories and by the heroes that tell them..

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MichaelT1950
    United States8 months ago
  • Historically valuable, yet heavy-handed

    The personal oral histories compiled in this podcast are meaningful, often engaging, and a matter of increasing rarity. The caliber of interviews increased dramatically with the change in hosts from Pell to Corombos. Their production here, however, remains somewhat heavy-handed, as well as inclined to conclude on a nationalistic soapbox.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    producer17
    United Statesa year ago
  • Disgraceful

    Telling a 90 year old vet your outta time lol

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    gdgdjdifj
    United States3 years ago
  • amazing that you do this thank you sir!incredible to listen to all of the stories from all of these amazing people!

    Audible
    5
    Joe B.
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Excellent archival value and diverse veteran perspectives.
Engaging firsthand war stories that bring history to life.
Audio quality and pacing vary; still a top-notch history podcast.
Powerful personal histories; some episodes feel a bit nationalistic.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Col. Allison Black, U.S. Air Force, Afghanistan, 'The Angel of Death'
Q: What was it like to engage enemy forces on that first combat mission and earn the nickname The Angel of Death?
The mission was all-business and intensely focused, with the team coordinating to identify friendlies and enemies; after the engagement, the nickname emerged from the commander's reaction and the enemy's perception of female air power.
Col. Allison Black, U.S. Air Force, Afghanistan, 'The Angel of Death'
Q: What attracted you to the AC-130 gunship and the close-proximity nature of that mission?
I wanted the intimate connection between air and ground that the gunship offered, knowing it could protect troops on the ground directly and respond quickly in the heat of battle.
Lt Col Robert Jeffrey, USAF, Vietnam, POW Part 2
Q: What was going through your mind when you were captured and awaiting your fate?
I focused on staying grounded in my training and legacy, clinging to a sense of duty, and I refused to let fear define me. Even under interrogation, I tried to project a calm resolve and kept reminding myself that I had a mission to survive and someday tell the story.
Major Gen. Patrick Brady, U.S. Army, Vietnam, Medal of Honor
Q: What do you remember about Charles Kelly's leadership and his death?
Brady recounts Kelly's courage and commitment and how he took over after Kelly was killed during a rescue mission, emphasizing their shared philosophy of prioritizing rescuing the wounded.
SFC Earnie Savage, U.S. Army, Vietnam, Ia Drang, Landing Zone X-Ray
Q: What did you learn about yourself that day and that night and the men around you?
I had confidence in myself and my men due to our training and experience together.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Veterans Chronicles

What is Veterans Chronicles about and what kind of topics does it cover?

History-focused interviews feature direct, first-person accounts from veterans spanning World War II through recent conflicts. Episodes commonly center on personal journeys, frontline experiences, leadership lessons, and the human side of warfare, often weaving cultural context and historical impact into vivid battlefield recollections. Notable strengths include wide-ranging eras and theaters (from Chosin to Afghanistan) and the emphasis on memory, resilience, and service. A few episodes highlight trailblazing women in combat aviation and the evolution of special operations, adding diversity to the veteran narrative.

Overall, the show is likely to appeal to listeners who crave authentic, intimate war stories, historical context, and mentor... more

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Recent guests on Veterans Chronicles include:

1. Richard Myers
2. Salvatore “Sal” Cassano
3. Michael Hingson
4. Caster Salemi
5. Paul Evans
6. HJ. Burley Smith
7. Leonard Ganz
8. Floyd Brantley

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