Vietnam Voices: 'I prayed to everybody ... you let my brother go home'
Vietnam War veteran Jerry LaFountain talks about his experiences. LaFountain is a Vietnam veteran who has received a Purple Heart. He was in the U.S. Army. He started the Purple Heart memorial in Yellowstone County and has been active in veterans organizations and events. He was raised in Lewistown. He had to drop out of high school to help support a family of eight siblings.
LaFountain's brother, Ernie, also shared his story for Vietnam Voices.
Видео Vietnam Voices: 'I prayed to everybody ... you let my brother go home' канала Billings Gazette
LaFountain's brother, Ernie, also shared his story for Vietnam Voices.
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