Michael D. Gambone
Author of "The New Praetorians: American Veterans, Society, and Service from Vietnam to the Forever War" and professor. His research focuses on veterans' history and their integration into society.
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May 31, 2025 • 52min
Michael D. Gambone, "The New Praetorians: American Veterans, Society, and Service from Vietnam to the Forever War" (U Massachusetts Press, 2021)
Michael D. Gambone, a history professor and author of 'The New Praetorians', dives deep into the complexities of American veterans in society. He discusses the reintegration challenges that modern veterans face and the generational differences in their experiences. Gambone also examines the evolution of veteran educational benefits, highlighting exploitation by for-profit schools. The roles of women veterans and their unique challenges are explored, alongside the portrayal of veterans in popular culture, revealing a rich narrative that reshapes our understanding of their identity.
May 31, 2025 • 52min
Michael D. Gambone, "The New Praetorians: American Veterans, Society, and Service from Vietnam to the Forever War" (U Massachusetts Press, 2021)
Michael D. Gambone, a professor and author specializing in veterans' history, dives into the unique challenges faced by American veterans in society today. He discusses the profound disconnect between the celebrated image of veterans and the misunderstandings that often accompany it. Gambone explores the evolving GI Bill's impact on education, the specific struggles women face within the VA system, and the complex relationship between veterans and popular culture. He emphasizes the need for better integration of veterans into civilian life and the significant role they play in American social history.
