1 50 1 https://oralhistory.eku.edu/files/original/76c446d6048282f6be03c4cd1adf8a0f.mp3 3f6ae0eebf1c3013c84b59feef807673 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 2019-Present Description An account of the resource EKU Veterans Studies (VTS) was the nation’s first academic program designed to teach students about the unique identities, cultures, and experiences of members of the U.S. Armed Forces. VTS courses combine critical inquiry, civic engagement, and meaningful interactions between veterans and non-veterans to dispel stereotypes, highlight veterans’ strengths, and consider the veteran’s role in American society. A key component of VTS 200 Introduction to Veterans Studies is the oral history recording completed for the William H. Berge Center. In-person and online students located throughout the country go out into their home communities each year and find veterans with unique stories and perspectives to share. These veterans come from all backgrounds and eras of service. In completing these recordings, EKU students gain real-world archival experience, deepen their understandings of course content, and engage in the type of dialogue with veterans that can help bridge the divide between military and civilian cultures. Title A name given to the resource Veterans Studies Project Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Contact <a href="mailto:archives.library@eku.edu">Special Collections and Archives</a>, Crabbe Library, Eastern Kentucky University for reproductions, <a href="https://archives.eku.edu/audio-visual-duplication-form">duplications</a>, rights and permission to publish. Oral History A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge. Interviewer The person(s) performing the interview. Gaither, James D., Jr. Interviewee The person(s) being interviewed. Gaither, James D., Sr. Location The location of the interview. Byhalia, MS Duration Length of time involved (seconds, minutes, hours, days, class periods, etc.) 1:41:21 Restrictions A notation on restrictions placed by the interviewee. None Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Interview with James D. Gaither Sr. Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context 2020 OH 073 Description An account of the resource James D. Gaither Sr. details his service in the Army during the Vietnam War. In particular, Gaither discusses his experiences in basic training, his Infantry and Artillery training, his first combat experiences in Vietnam, and how casualties were handled in the war zone. He also comments on his re-entry into the civilian world after he was discharged, his support system when he got back, and what he wants people to know about the men who served in Vietnam. Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 11/16/2020 Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource Contact <a href="mailto:archives.library@eku.edu">Special Collections and Archives</a>, Crabbe Library, Eastern Kentucky University for reproductions, <a href="https://archives.eku.edu/audio-visual-duplication-form">duplications</a>, rights and permission to publish. Army Airborne basic training Cam Ranh Bay casualties combat discharge Dong Ba Thin E-7 Fort Benning Fort Campbell Fort Polk jungles military military life Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) reintegration Special Forces United States Army veterans Vietnam VTS 200