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Brian's active service ends in West Germany
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Brian's active service ends in West Germany

Season 2, Episode 5

Brian’s active service ended in West Germany after he was caught in a Reduction in Force. He had hoped to continue his service, but the Army decided they didn’t need him anymore.

A little lost, Brian eventually found his footing, joining the National Guard and working for the sheriff’s department.

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Suggested Links

The Fourth Armored Division

This short video by the U.S. Department of Defense shows the life of a U.S. soldier (specifically, from the Fourth Armored Division) in West Germany during 1971.

101st ABN Division Returns to A Sau Valley

I couldn’t determine exactly what operation this silent film is from, but it shows the regular operation of an air mobile division, including loading and unloading from helicopters, trekking through the jungle, and establishing a fire support base.

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