World War II

Battle Fatigue

World War II, Battle Fatigue

World War IIExhausted Marines at Okinawa

World War IIMaintaining a sense of humanity in an extremely hostile environment.

World War IIAn American Soldier hands a cigarette to an enemy trooper.

World War II As in all wars, medical personnel are particularly susceptible to the stress of combat.

World War IIWith high casualty rates, medical personnel were overtaxed and under resourced.

World War IIPsychological symptoms resulting from prolonged combat exposure was labeled “Combat Fatigue”.

World War II: Appreciation

Vietnam WarUnlike WWII, combat had unclear boundaries and poor distinctions between civilians and enemy soldiers.

Vietnam WarAmerican Soldiers clearing a Vietnamese house, looking for combatants.

Vietnam WarMiserable Conditions

Vietnam War, Young Soldiers

Vietnam War, Improved Medical Care

Vietnam War: Soldiers Returning Home…a different homecoming

War in Iraq

War in IraqMost combat is in Urban areas where the insurgents had strategic advantage.

War in Iraq: An Urban Environment

War in IraqDifficult and Hostile Environment

War in IraqMiserable Conditions

War in IraqSuperior conventional firepower, but, strict rules of engagement.

War in IraqCommunicating with Detainees

War in IraqSignificant improvements in Battlefield Medicine

War in Iraq

Iraqi Kids

Iraqi Civilian Casualties

War in Afghanistan

Afghanistan’s Austere and Harsh Conditions

War in Afghanistan: Long Missions in the Field

War in Afghanistan: Frequent Firefights