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On the recordJanuary 26, 1994
I should correct that. I carried two weapons, but I never claimed to be in combat. In fact, I had a Jeep. As a matter of fact, they said the most dangerous thing was a second lieutenant in a Jeep. I have three medals, but I am not a hero.
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Larry Pressler
South Dakota

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The speaker reflects on their military service and the nature of heroism.

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