The Untold Stories of Vietnam War Heroes

💪Lou Eisenbrandt served as an army nurse in Vietnam from 1969-1970.

🏥Lou joined the 91st EBAC Hospital in Chulai, where she witnessed the ravages of war on a daily basis.

🌍Lou's motivation to serve came from her desire to pay back her parents for her nursing education and see the world.

🏥She spent the first three months on a medical ward, treating various conditions like hepatitis, malaria, and jungle rot.

🔥Lou then moved to the emergency room, where she dealt with a wide range of casualties, including frag wounds, amputations, and gunshot wounds.

What types of casualties did Lou treat in Vietnam?

—Lou treated a variety of casualties, including frag wounds, amputations, and gunshot wounds.

What was the most challenging aspect of Lou's time in Vietnam?

—The most challenging aspect was dealing with the constant stream of wounded soldiers and civilians, witnessing the devastation of war.

Did Lou have any memorable encounters with patients?

—Yes, Lou had encounters with patients who had suffered from white phosphorus burns, which were particularly devastating.

How did Lou cope with the stress and trauma of her work?

—Lou found support from her fellow nurses and found solace in knowing that she was making a difference in the lives of those she treated.

What impact did Lou's time in Vietnam have on her life?

—Lou's time in Vietnam left a lasting impact on her, and she still remembers her patients and wonders about their fate.

00:40Lou served as an army nurse in Vietnam from 1969-1970 with the 91st EBAC Hospital in Chulai.

01:18Lou's motivation to serve came from her desire to pay back her parents for her nursing education and see the world.

02:33Lou spent the first three months on a medical ward, treating various conditions like hepatitis, malaria, and jungle rot.

05:01Lou then moved to the emergency room, where she dealt with a wide range of casualties, including frag wounds, amputations, and gunshot wounds.

06:42Lou remembers the geography, smell, and heat of Vietnam when she arrived.

08:00Lou recalls the different types of casualties she treated, including burn victims and amputees.

10:32Lou shares two memorable stories of patients she treated in Vietnam.

12:57Lou worked 12-hour days, six days a week, but found support from her fellow nurses and the belief that she was making a difference.