Night Ambush Team Member and Vietnam Vet Dave Hanson, Extended Interview

Dave Hanson dreamed of becoming an art teacher but instead found himself overseas in the Vietnam War operating radar detection equipment for night ambush teams. In his harrowing story, he recounts memories of his intense experiences that led to years of PTSD and suicide attempts. Thanks to help from the Veterans Administration, Hanson is on the mend and now shares his story to help other veterans who suffer and to let them know there is hope.*

*Contains talks of suicide. If you or someone you know is struggling with suicide, contact the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 800-273-8255.

Postcards created a short-form documentary with Hanson which can be viewed here:    • Dave Hanson, Vietnam Veteran Intervie...  

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