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The Brutality of War: How Terrain Can Impact the Battlefield Experience
20:32 - 21:53 (01:21)
The experience of a combat soldier can greatly differ based on the terrain they are fighting in. Georgian-Australian journalist, Greg Callaghan, discusses how the harsh terrain in New Guinea impacted soldiers during World War II.
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