The Man Left Behind (2015)
Synopsis
In February 1968, U.S. Army Col. (Ret.) Paul R. Longgrear faced North Vietnamese tanks while defending the American Special Forces camp at Lang Vei.
Synopsis
Paul R. Longgrear returns to Lang Vei, Vietnam, where he faced North Vietnamese tanks in February 1968. The former U.S. Army colonel reflects on his military leadership and the soldiers he could not save. Longgrear honors his fallen comrades, including Medal of Honor recipient Eugene Ashley, during a ceremony at Fort Benning, Georgia. He discusses how the Vietnam War shaped his faith and character, marking a turning point in his life.
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Why Watch
- Meet Paul Long Greer, a Vietnam veteran with a unique perspective.
- Find out how divine intervention changed Greer's fate in Vietnam.
- See the emotional impact of the Vietnam War on families.
Did You Know
- Paul Long Greer has thought of the men left behind for over 40 years.
- Eugene Ashley was awarded the Medal of Honor for saving Greer and seven men.
- Long Greer located 175 out of 177 members of his class cadre from OCS.
- Some remains of soldiers were recovered after lying in the jungle for 38 and 41 years.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What did Paul Long Greer say about his experience with post-traumatic stress disorder?
Paul Long Greer insists he never suffered from debilitating post-traumatic stress disorder and has not experienced horrific dreams or flashbacks related to Vietnam.
Who were some of the individuals Paul Long Greer acknowledged during his speech?
Paul Long Greer acknowledged Eugene Ashley, who was awarded the Medal of Honor, and Dennis Thompson and Gordon Brandy, who spent five years as prisoners of war.
How many names are etched into the Vietnam Veterans Memorial?
There are 58,000 names etched into the black granite of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial.
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