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Jim's Enlistment in the Marines

Jim describes his upbringing and enlistment in the U.S. Marine Corps.

12/25/2018 | Rating NR

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Jim's Enlistment in the Marines

Clip: Season 2 Episode 4 | 3m 7sVideo has Closed Captions

Jim describes his upbringing and enlistment in the U.S. Marine Corps.

Jim Owen had a difficult upbringing and in 1950 sought solace in the camaraderie of the United States Marines. He enlisted just as the war in Korea broke out and was quickly sent to serve on the front lines.

12/25/2018 | Rating NR

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