Marshall Islands Documentary- History & Nuclear Testing (Video)
November 16, 2015
This is a short documentary about the history and political system of the Marshall Islands. The United States tested several large cold war era nuclear bombs on the Marshall Islands after the second world war. I explain the impact and how the Marshallese survived some of the largest nuclear testing ever.
"Atomic Veteran" Status - Healthcare Parity
March 02, 2016
Veterans of Enewetak want to become "Atomic Veteran.” “They told us there was minimal danger,” said Fortin. “They said there was low level, but it wouldn't be anything that would affect us as individuals and we believed them." Fortin was in the Air Force and helped run the airfield as people and supplies shuffled in and out for the cleanup effort.
Personal story by Jeff "Mac-One" Fortin
May 12, 2012
Branch: USAF Rank: A1C/SRA Specialty: Air Passenger Specialist / Backup Cargo Specialist Location: Enewetak Year: 1978-79 (two tours) - “What an exciting experience for a 20-Yr Old, first time outside the USA. Super assignment, great food, beer, and friends. I miss them all”