The Historical Association of Catawba County Podcast
The Historical Association of Catawba County Podcast is a heartfelt journey into the people, places, and stories that shaped Catawba County, North Carolina. Through personal memories, local history, community voices, and meaningful conversations, this podcast preserves the heritage of Catawba County for future generations. From stories of service and sacrifice to traditions, culture, and everyday life, each episode helps keep the spirit of our community alive. It is a tribute to the voices of the past, a celebration of local identity, and an invitation for listeners to better understand the history of Catawba County and the people who call it home.
Episodes
In this episode of the Historical Association of Catawba County Podcast, Catawba County Vietnam Veterans: In Their Own Words, Ralph Stallings shares his story of being drafted into the U.S. Army in 1971 and serving in Vietnam at just 19 years old. Ralph reflects on basic training at Fort Jackson, radio school, and the shock of arriving in a war zone that looked far different from what he had imagined. He recalls serving alongside S...
In this episode of the Historical Association of Catawba County Podcast, Catawba County Vietnam Veterans: In Their Own Words, Max Hedrick Jr. shares his story of being drafted into the U.S. Army in 1965 and serving as a military policeman in Vietnam. A Catawba County native, Max reflects on leaving home for the first time, basic training at Fort Gordon, and the realities of serving in and around Saigon and Nha Be. He recalls patrol...
In this episode of the Historical Association of Catawba County Podcast, Director of Education Alyssa Ball sits down with her grandfather, Vietnam veteran Jim Ball, to preserve his story as part of the Vietnam Veterans Oral History Project.
Jim reflects on growing up in Claremont, joining the United States Marine Corps, training at Parris Island, and serving in Vietnam as a helicopter crew chief and door gunner. He shares powerful ...
In this episode of the Historical Association of Catawba County podcast, Alyssa Ball and Susan Holbrook discuss the upcoming Liberty Ball, a special celebration honoring America’s 250th birthday and the shared Revolutionary history of Catawba and Lincoln Counties. They explore the importance of preservation, community investment, public history, and how events like the Liberty Ball help bring history to life through music, fo...
In this episode of the Historical Association of Catawba County Podcast, Catawba County Vietnam Veterans: In Their Own Words, Jerry Smallbear shares his deeply personal story of being drafted into the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. A native of Newton, North Carolina, Jerry reflects on basic training at Fort Bragg, leadership training at Fort Benning, and his service in Vietnam with the 52nd Infantry Regiment. He speaks candidly ...
In this episode of the Historical Association of Catawba County Podcast, Catawba County Vietnam Veterans: In Their Own Words, Jacob Schronce reflects on his service in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. Born in Hickory, Jacob shares memories of enlisting in 1968, the shock of basic training at Fort Bragg, and the realities of serving in Vietnam with a transportation unit hauling cargo through dangerous mountain passes a...
In this episode of the Historical Association of Catawba County Podcast, Catawba County Vietnam Veterans: In Their Own Words series, we hear from Bob Rowe as he reflects on his life before, during, and after military service. Bob shares memories of growing up in Catawba County, enlisting in the Marine Corps, training at Parris Island, and serving in Vietnam in aviation electronics. He also speaks about friendship, family, the chall...
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