PUBLIC SQUARE is a VPT initiative addressing issues of concern to Vermonters. Mixing documentary footage, thoughtful insight, in-depth panel discussions and more, we’ll keep you informed about local events and issues that affect your lives.

Our Veterans Speak

Aired: Thursday, September 27th at 8:00 pm
Watch the complete program by clicking here.

In the week when Ken Burns’ film “The War” premieres, Vermont Public Television devotes its monthly "Public Square" program to Vermonters who speak of their experiences in service from World War II up to the present day. The program gathers a group of veterans in the studio for a live discussion and comparison of their experiences.

Joining host Kristin Carlson:

• Winston Carbonneau
  First Sergeant
  Derby, VT
  Served in Korea & Vietnam
  
  
• Rene Gagnon
  Lieutenant Colonel
  Shelburne, VT
  Served in the Gulf War
  
  
• Maureen Houston
  Sergeant First Class
  St. Albans, VT
  Served in Afghanistan
  
  
• Thomas Middleton
  Sergeant
  Essex Center, VT
  Served in Iraq
  
  
• Jane Nordstrom McCauley
  Yeoman First Class
  Vernon, VT
  Served in WWII
  
  
• Russell Todd
  Major General
  Northfield, VT
  President Emeritus, Norwich University
  Served in Vietnam & Korea