Cold War Veteran Reflects on Service and Freedom
Tom and Debbie Putnam, high school sweethearts from Dayton, Ohio, have lived a lifetime of service and devotion to their country and each other.
Their story began in their hometown, but soon took them to Cold War Berlin, a city where freedom and tyranny collided.
“Our fathers and our uncles served in the military during World War II,” Tom recalled. “We grew up hearing the stories and admiring the courage and sacrifice it took them in fighting the Nazis and the Imperial Japanese so that the world could be free of that tyranny.”
Tom's family stories inspired him to serve, and he followed in their footsteps, leading him to one of the most heavily guarded cities on earth.
Author's summary: A Cold War veteran shares his story of service and sacrifice.
- Tom and Debbie Putnam served their country with devotion and faith.
- Their story is one of courage and sacrifice, inspired by their families' experiences in World War II.
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