Oral History Interview with Steve Fowle
Title
Oral History Interview with Steve Fowle
Narrator (written)
Steve Fowle
Narrator First Name
Steve
Narrator Last Name
Fowle
Interviewer
Mia Sisitsky
Abstract
Steve Fowle begins with his family history. Coming from several generations of New Hampshire and Massachusetts residents, he reflects on his family’s deep New England roots and his father’s journey to achieving social mobility. He recounts dropping out of high school and enlisting as an Army Photographer, remembering basic training at Fort Jackson, Florida, and photography training at Ft. Monmouth, New Jersey. He recalls arriving in Long Binh in June 1967 and learning he would be a medical illustrator in the morgue for the 9th Medical Laboratory, 44th Medical Brigade in Saigon. He describes daily life in Saigon and taking photographs for pathologists. He reflects on Saigon and his memories from the Tet Offensive. He returned home in June 1968 and discusses reintegration into everyday life, including his travels out West. He talks about his entry into journalism and journey to becoming the lead editor for The New Hampshire Gazette.
Date of Interview
February 14, 2025
Subject
Military Service (Army)
Vietnam Veteran
Language
English
Rights
Interview Audio Source (MP3)
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Interview Transcript Source (PDF)
//rcweb.dartmouth.edu/DDHI/histories/fowle_steve/fowle_steve_transcript_final.pdf
HTML
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