The battle of Iwo Jima had a profound impact on the United States, with a letter from an unknown woman urging the military to stop sending young men to die, and with a Japanese veteran remarking on the brutal conditions of the battle.
Roland takes down his enemies one by one during a battle, including using his bare hands to kill a man, and spotting three soldiers preparing for combat.
A man who survived World War II and the attack on Pearl Harbor at the age of 99 had his ashes placed in the Arizona battleship by divers.
A veteran describes the intense and horrific experience of grenades exploding and people getting wounded and killed
The death of a concert-goer who was journaling and looking forward to moshing at Woodstock 99 is discussed in a humorous manner, with the idea of dying while Metallica was on stage being seen as a cool way to go.
The high level of adrenaline experienced by combat veterans can lead to PTSD and other mental health issues. Charities like Rock to Recovery can help combat veterans better process their experiences and avoid arriving at the door of suicide.