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Show HILLTOP TIMES KUED to broadcast last of its series on Utahns serving in Vietnam anti-war sentiment built at home, each Soldier, Sailor and pilot focused on doing their job and supporting their buddies. Many had a special vow, in the words of Air Force veteran David Chung of Cedar City, "not to be the last to die in Vietnam." "The memories and stories of the veterans are noticeably different in this conclusion of "Utah Vietnam War Stories," says Producer Sally Shaum. Along with Elizabeth Searles and contributors Rick Randle and Geoff Panos, Shaum interviewed nearly 100 Utah veterans for the three-part series. "After the 19705 the men and women who serve are well aware of the absence of support at home," Shaum continues. "They are at the end of a difficult war that will end in withdrawal. While proud of accepting the challenge to serve their country, the veterans featured in `Drawdown' are thinking of the cost." Among the most poignant moments in "Drawdown" are the memories of veterans returning from the battle zone. Vietnam represented a new era of returning from war, where Soldiers could find themselves in jungle cornbat one day, and returning to their families two days later. Surviving the war brought a sense of relief to all. "The moment when the plane lifts off," says veteran Lynn Higgins, "you are 'wheels up' and a cheer fills the KUED Seven T he memories of the helicopter scout pilot whose life changed the minute he "saw the elephant" firsthand in Southeast Asia. The 17-year-old USO singer who thought the soldiers in her audience looked better suited to take her to the prom. The first tears of relief as a POW returned to his Utah home after five years of captivity and finally recognized, "I made it." These and dozens of other personal stories of the men and women of Utah who served in the conflict form the heart of "Drawdown," the final chapter in KUED's critically acclaimed, award-winning documentary series "Utah Vietnam War Stories." "Drawdown" will be broadcast Tuesday, March 12, at 7 p.m. on KUED. Focusing on the final, convulsive years of U.S. involvement in Vietnam, producers Elizabeth Searles and Sally Shaum fashion a powerful portrait of the last Utah residents to serve in the conflict. From the confusion of "Vietnamization" — the transfer of power to the South Vietnamese so they would carry a larger share of the war effort — to the air war aimed at moving along the Paris peace talks, men and women from Utah's big cities and small towns served in every corner during the final years of the war. As air. A moment you never forget." But returning home could offer harsh lessons on the political conflict over the Vietnam War. Unlike World War II there were few — if any — welcome home celebrations. Soldiers were sometimes advised to change out of their uniforms before leaving the airport to avoid confrontations. While some veterans say their return to civilian life was seamless, others acknowledge they struggled for years to find a sense of home, connection and calm. For veteran Tom Davis a return from war would being a lifelong reflection on what he had seen and the price of service. "I am not bitter," he says. "But there are times when I wonder what my life would have been like if I did not serve." Davis March 7, 2013 11 would battle bouts of depression until connecting with support groups for veterans to share the lingering impacts of combat. "Even now there is an opportunity to get your life back," offers Army veteran James Holbrook, "to gain control of your own story again." For Air Force Lt. Col. Jay Hess the return to his family and home in Kaysville was the realization of a dream that had kept him battling for survival over five grueling, tortured years as a POW. His Utah return was one of the few that produced a parade and cheers. But it meant little to the pilot until he crossed the doorway of his family home and tears filled his eyes. For the first time he was willing to admit it to himself. He was home. He had survived. *** **UTAH** VIETNAM DRAWDOWN PART THREE WAR STORIES NEWS BRIEFS rtiMES H EAcvv, • a 649th MUNS to conduct inventory April 8.30 The 649th Munitions Squadron will be conducting a 100 percent inventory of the Depot (FV2172) stockpile from April 8 through April 30. All depot customers requiring munitions support during this timeframe must deliver the applicable documentation to the Custody Accounts section no later than March 26. During the inventory, the only transactions that will be supported are emergency requests approved in writing by the group commander or equivalent. Please direct any questions to Staff Sgt. Katherine Dunlap at 586-2936, Staff Sgt. Jason Downing at 586-8498, or Master Sgt. Kyle Fox at 777-6574. Open house a way to buy a share in fresh produce weekly for the selected growing season. Buying a CSA share is a great way to support the local economy, eat healthy and reduce environmental impacts. Typically the farms deliver their produce to centrally located sites to offer convenient access to the produce shareholders. Sometimes smaller shares are available for limited seasons. For more information about the Great Salt Lake Resource Conservation and Development Council, visit www.csautah.org . • Tue. Mar. 12, 7PM Unlicensed child care All persons providing child care in their home for more than 10 hours per week must be licensed. Unlicensed child care may result in the loss of base housing privileges. If you suspect someone of providing unlicensed child care please call 801-777-0695; a child's well being may depend on your call. Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) Utah is hosting a community supported agriculture open house event as a way to get farmers and consumers together. The open house will be Tuesday, March 5, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Wheeler Farm in the Activity Barn, 6351 S. 900 East, Satt Lake City. The open houses give consumers a chance to comparison-shop local farm produce shares. Shares vary among individual farms, but they generally cost between $150 to $200 (half size) and $300-600 (full size). Shareholders can expect fresh produce KUED's award-winning series draws to a powerful conclusion with its final chapter, Drawdown, which brings into sharp focus the final years of the war--from the last ground troops to arrive in the jungle to the conflict that awaited many as they returned home. 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