Videos tagged with Don Graves

This episode of the Shawn Ryan Show features Don Graves, a 98-year-old World War II Marine veteran who recounts his harrowing experiences during the Battle of Iwo Jima. Graves discusses wielding a flamethrower in the dangerous caves and pillboxes, his survival amongst heavy casualties, and reflects on his wartime experiences. The interview also touches upon his childhood, his father's WWI service, joining the military, hearing FDR's "day of infamy" speech, military training, and his perspectives on the country's current direction. The episode is framed by the historical context of Pearl Harbor and the costly nature of the Iwo Jima campaign, offering a veteran's profound insights and wisdom.

This video features Don Graves, a Marine flamethrower operator, discussing his experiences during the Battle of Iwo Jima. While the title highlights a specific historical figure and event, the description focuses heavily on promoting the Shawn Ryan Show and its Patreon for exclusive content, including ad-free viewing and early releases. It also provides links for podcast reviews and the Vigilance Elite website and social media.