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Episode 052: 1965-02-24 | Never A Dull Moment
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In this episode of Dearest Suzie, Popi writes home about the long-awaited arrival of Suzie’s ring, his newly earned air medals, and the ever-present dangers surrounding his unit. He jokes about Suzie forgetting to congratulate him on making chief, but his letter also carries the weight of war—mentioning an outpost overrun just miles away.
Accompanied by a photograph of soldiers gathered around a helicopter, today’s episode explores the duality of Popi’s life: the lighthearted teasing of a husband writing to his wife and the grim reality of constant danger in Vietnam.
What’s Covered:
- The long journey of Suzie’s ring and family updates
- The dangers of daily life in Vietnam, including an outpost attack
- Popi’s earned but unawarded air medals
- A surprising post-war story: Popi’s international arrest and a family theory about the CIA
📷 Featured Photo: A group of soldiers standing around a helicopter, appearing to plan a mission. The setting suggests a base or airfield, capturing a moment of preparation before flight.
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