To commemorate Veterans Day, the American Homefront Project talks with former service about their time in the armed forces.

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Dick Oliver re a submarine trip from San Diego to Yokusuka (Yuh KOO suh kah), Japan -- one that was made unpleasant not because of the danger or the tight confines ... but because of one particular song.

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James Gregory of Long Beach, California re being captured during World War II and having an unexpected meeting with Gen. George Patton.World War II veteran James Gregory.

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John Smith of Los Angeles - who retired from the Air Force two years ago -- explains why he spent much of his military career hiding who he is.Air Force veteran John Smith
On Veterans Day, Former Troops Share Memories
On Veterans Day, Former Troops Share Memories
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