To close out 2024 we are re-releasing episodes that you found especially memorable. We hope you value revisiting this conversation.

Get ready for an unforgettable narrative on "Dog Tag Diaries" featuring Sarah Blum, who served as a nurse during the Vietnam War. This episode explores Sarah’s gripping journey, from her initial assignments and shocking first encounters with wartime realities to the advocate she became. Hear about her transformative book Women Under Fire Abuse in the Military, the result of six years of research and interviews. Learn about her upcoming book, Warrior, Nurse, Healer, PTSD and Healing, set to release in March 2025, detailing her path from wartime trauma to healing. Tune in for a compelling episode that sheds light on the struggles and triumphs of female military personnel.

Sarah Blum, Vietnam War Military Nurse and Author

Sarah Blum served as a military nurse during the Vietnam War, stationed at the 12th Evac Hospital beside the Hobo Woods. She is the author of Warrior Nurse, Healer: PTSD and Healing and Women Under Fire: Abuse in the Military. Her experiences have shaped her into a strong advocate for women veterans, particularly those who have faced sexual assault in the military.

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