Highly Decorated Vietnam Veteran Shares 30 Years of Service: From Morocco to the Mafia | Conversations With a Chiropractor In this gripping episode of Conversations With a Chiropractor, Dr. Stephanie Wautier interviews Les Thatcher, a highly decorated Vietnam veteran with over 30 years of service. Les shares incredible stories from his military career, including surviving ambushes in Vietnam, earning a Bronze Star with three Oak Leaf Clusters, and working with the Green Berets. From life-saving missions involving the King of Morocco to encounters with the Mafia in Italy, Les’ journey is one of bravery, resilience, and unforgettable experiences.
🎧 In This Episode, Discover:
- Les’ harrowing experiences in Vietnam, including surviving four ambushes.
- His involvement in a life-saving mission with the King of Morocco and other Green Beret operations.
- Stories of how his military career brought him into unexpected encounters with the Mafia in Italy.
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Dedication:
This episode is dedicated to the countless veterans who have served with bravery and integrity, and to those who continue to inspire us with their stories.
Credits:
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Chapters:
00:00 Introduction to Conversations with a Chiropractor
00:42 Les's Early Military Career
02:46 Challenges and Survival in the Army
07:29 Vietnam War Experiences
15:17 Post-Vietnam Military Career
19:13 Mission in Morocco
22:04 Whiskey and Airport Shenanigans
22:50 Fearlessness and Community Involvement
23:45 Military Service and Mafia Connections
27:27 Uncovering Corruption in Italy
32:15 Transition to Real Estate
39:49 Helping the Community
40:31 Reflecting on Life's Purpose