The Korean War Experience

Alene Duerk overcame gender stereotypes in the military to accomplish the highest rank ever achieved by a woman in the history of the US Navy. From a registered nurse to an Admiral, Duerk was one of the first nurses to serve during three wars: World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War. This short documentary recounts how she overcame gender stereotypes to become a historical icon.

LTC Stevens served in both World War II and the Korean War. During the Korean War, he received a Bronze Star for leading his company in one of that war's harshest battles. Knowing the Korean War is known as "the forgotten war," LTC Stevens lead the charge to fund and build the Korean War Memorial just outside Gold Gate National Cemetery.

Medal of Honor recipient Rodolfo P. Hernandez, faced down death along the 38th parallel. The Korean War, Hernandez and fellow marines combat the onslaught of Communist North Korean forces as they attempt to repel the invasion into South Korea. A story of heroism, overcoming, and duty. Hernandez proved that even in the most dire circumstances a Marine can still guarantee mission accomplishment.

This short film tells the story of Frank Maselskis who was a prisoner of war in World War II. Despite the horrible experiences of being a prisoner Frank decides to join in the Korean War, where he participates in the battle of Chosin, a brutal combat that took place in the most extreme weather conditions. After those experiences in the war Frank fights to live a normal life.

Ralph Parr: Fighter Ace of the Twentieth Century is the story of Korean War, WWII, Vietnam War Fighter Pilot. This film features interviews from Ralph Parr's author, Ken Murray; his step-daughter Linda Capps; and his step-son Paul McLaughlin.