Dwight Birdwell

Dwight Birdwell, a Medal of Honor recipient and Chief Justice of the Cherokee Nation, shares his gripping experiences during the Tet Offensive in Vietnam. He reflects on the intense ambush and the harrowing chaos of battle that transformed him from soldier to survivor. Birdwell discusses the psychological toll of war, his struggles with survivor's guilt, and how his Native American heritage shaped his valor. His journey highlights the deep ties between Native American communities and military service, culminating in a moving tribute to fallen comrades.