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202179 minPGdocumentary

Walk with Frank

202179 minPGdocumentary

A former Vietnam War infantry soldier celebrates his 70th birthday by walking across New York State to raise awareness for PTSD and support fellow survivors.

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A former Vietnam War infantry soldier celebrates his 70th birthday by walking across New York State to raise awareness for PTSD and support fellow survivors.

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Ryan Mayersdirector

Matt Mayersdirector

Ryan Mayerswriter

Matt Mayerswriter

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A former Vietnam War infantry soldier decides to celebrate his 70th birthday by walking across New York State to help other survivors of PTSD while confronting his own demons.

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