hmTv at HMTC Podcasts Ep 51: The Fog of War and Humanity with Richard Acritelli and guest Montgomery Granger P2 on hmTv
Ep 51: The Fog of War and Humanity with Richard Acritelli and Guest Montgomery Granger (Part 2)
Presented by hmTv at the Holocaust Memorial & Tolerance Center
In this powerful continuation of Episode 50, host Richard Acritelli sits down with Army Major (Ret.) Montgomery Granger for a candid and deeply personal conversation about the realities of war, service, and the enduring human impact of Guantanamo Bay and Iraq.
Major Granger reflects on his time at Camp X-Ray and Camp Delta, revealing the day-to-day operations of caring for detainees, the moral complexities of post-9/11 service, and the challenges of maintaining humanity amid chaos. He shares emotional stories of family sacrifice, media misinformation, cultural clashes, and his return home to a changed world.
Granger also opens up about life after service—his struggles with the VA, veteran suicide, and his advocacy work for better mental health resources. With honesty, humility, and honor, he brings a rare and nuanced perspective to one of the most controversial and critical chapters in American military history.
This is not just a story of war—it’s a story of responsibility, resilience, and the human cost of service.
Featuring excerpts from Granger’s book, “Saving Grace at Guantanamo Bay” and his short documentary “Heroes of Gitmo.”
Tags: Guantanamo Bay, Veteran Stories, Iraq War, Camp X-Ray, Camp Delta, PTSD, Military Service, 9/11, U.S. Army, POWs, Veterans Advocacy, Mental Health, Human Rights, hmTv, Holocaust Memorial & Tolerance Center