Mike Ergo

Team leader for the US Marines Alpha Company, 1st Battalion, who fought in the Battle of Fallujah. He shares his experiences and reflections on the war.

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Jan 18, 2025 • 51min

In Fallujah, We Destroyed Parts of Ourselves

Mike Ergo, a team leader for the US Marines Alpha Company during the Battle of Fallujah, shares a harrowing yet enlightening perspective on his wartime experiences. Alongside journalist Thomas Brennan, they discuss the moral complexities and emotional aftermath of combat. They reflect on the profound grief experienced by families and veterans, highlighting their struggles with loss and the quest for healing. Their stories reveal how the horrors of war shape lasting impressions, echoing a journey of resilience and reconnection in the wake of trauma.