Front Line of History
Newsweek US|October 18, 2024
A fascinating series of snapshots showing a medic's experience of the Korean War have been uncovered by his grandson
JACK BERESFORD
Front Line of History

DOUG WEAVER DIDN'T KNOW A WHOLE LOT about the early part of his grandfather Victor Josi's life but had fond memories of their times together. But that all changed when, after Josi's death, Weaver discovered a collection of fascinating slides of his granddad's time as a medic in the Korean War.

Josi was one of the 6.8 million American men and women who served in Korea in the period running from June 27, 1950, to January 31, 1955 (an armistice was signed on July 27, 1953). But Josi's experience was different to that of many who went out there.

Josi was a pacifist and served as a medic. “Granddad did not like to talk about the war," Weaver said. "He was a conscientious objector and he was treated very poorly for his decision not to carry a rifle. As a medic, he saw a lot of people suffering and he did his best to help them. He didn't have the medical training that doctors have and he had to learn as he went. Often, doing his best was not enough to save a life."

Josi's experience of Korea only emerged after his sad passing. "When my granddad died, the slides were found in his closet along with his medals from the war, his camera and all of his camera equipment," Weaver said. "No one knew the photos existed."

Bu hikaye Newsweek US dergisinin October 18, 2024 sayısından alınmıştır.

Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 9,000+ magazines and newspapers.

Bu hikaye Newsweek US dergisinin October 18, 2024 sayısından alınmıştır.

Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 9,000+ magazines and newspapers.

NEWSWEEK US DERGISINDEN DAHA FAZLA HIKAYETümünü görüntüle
Margo Martindale
Newsweek US

Margo Martindale

Jamie Lee [Curtis, producer] called me and she says, \"Jamie Lee Curtis here. I have a project for you. And you're gonna do it.\"

time-read
1 min  |
December 20, 2024
Malala Yousafzai
Newsweek US

Malala Yousafzai

\"AFGHANISTAN IS THE ONLY COUNTRY IN THE world where girls are banned from access to education and women are limited from work.\"

time-read
1 min  |
December 20, 2024
In the Eyes of the Law
Newsweek US

In the Eyes of the Law

Jude Law is unrecognizable as an FBI agent on the trail of aneo-Naziterrorist group in real-crime drama The Order

time-read
4 dak  |
December 20, 2024
Gonzo Intelligence
Newsweek US

Gonzo Intelligence

Instead of keeping a low profile, Moscow's spies are embracing the limelight and even being welcomed home by Vladimir Putin after their cover is blown

time-read
7 dak  |
December 20, 2024
House of Cards
Newsweek US

House of Cards

Donald Trump faces negotiations between Saudi Arabia and the U.S. in his second term—could his legacy of normalizing ties between Israel and Arab nations be a help or hindrance?

time-read
10+ dak  |
December 20, 2024
AMERICA'S Most Responsible Companies 2025
Newsweek US

AMERICA'S Most Responsible Companies 2025

IN THE FACE OF ISSUES LIKE CLIMATE CHANGE and wage inequality, consumers care about the impact of the businesses they interact with and companies are responding.

time-read
2 dak  |
December 20, 2024
RULES OF ENGAGEMENT
Newsweek US

RULES OF ENGAGEMENT

THE WORKPLACE IS BECOMING A BATTLEGROUND OVER POLARIZED OPINIONS. BUSINESS LEADERS NEED TO GET BETTER AT MANAGING DISPUTES

time-read
10+ dak  |
December 20, 2024
John David Washington
Newsweek US

John David Washington

FOR JOHN DAVID WASHINGTON, BRINGING NETFLIX'S THE PIANO LESSON (November 22) from stage to screen was a family affair.

time-read
1 min  |
December 06-13, 2024
A Walk in the Parks
Newsweek US

A Walk in the Parks

Jim O'Heir shares his memories of the hit NBC mockumentary and its cast's hopes of a reunion

time-read
4 dak  |
December 06-13, 2024
Philomena Cunk
Newsweek US

Philomena Cunk

PHILOMENA CUNK IS JUST AS SURPRISED AS anyone else at her own popularity.

time-read
1 min  |
December 06-13, 2024