Ted Covington recalls his return home after World War II and not having difficulty adjusting to civilian life. He returned to his family, school, and work picking up where he left off. Ted worked as a radio announcer at the University of Florida broadcasting football games. Ted recalls how World War II was a different kind of war, and he wasn't aware of anyone suffering from PTSD or post war trauma.
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About the Veteran: Major Edmund 'Ted' Covington, Jr. served with the US Army in the 1st Cavalry Division, 61st Field Artillery Battalion, during World War II. He was stationed in the Pacific Theater fighting the Japanese Army during the war. His service spanned many campaigns including New Guinea, the Admiralty Islands, Leyte, the Philippines, and the Army of Occupation in Japan. He would earn 2 Bronze Stars with Oakleaf Cluster as well as 2 Air Medals during his service.
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20 ноя 2021
