☛ Which war(s) did you serve in (WWI, WWII, Korea, Vietnam, the Persian Gulf)?

☛ Where exactly did you go?

☛ Do you remember arriving and what it was like?

☛ What was your job/assignment?

☛ Did you see combat?

☛ Were there many casualties in your unit?

☛ Tell me about a couple of your most memorable experiences.

☛ Were you a prisoner of war?

☛ Tell me about your experiences in captivity and when freed.

☛ Were you awarded any medals or citations?

☛ How did you get them?

☛ Higher ranks may be asked about battle planning. Those who sustained injuries may be asked about the circumstances.