Four Flags, the Odyssey of a Professional Soldier
Four Flags, the Odyssey of a Professional Soldier Dave Barr knew from 12 years old he wanted to be a Marine. This was his dream come true - flying as a helicopter gunner - and he ended the war with…
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Four Flags, the Odyssey of a Professional Soldier
Dave Barr knew from 12 years old he wanted to be a Marine. This was his dream come true - flying as a helicopter gunner - and he ended the war with an impressive 57 Air Medals, one Air Medal for every 20 combat missions. Following a series of menial jobs - including working at a shoe shiner in a barber's shop and in service stations - at 17 he joined the Marines before shipping out to Vietnam.
It was then that he read about Israel. After leaving the Marines, like many veterans, Dave found it hard to hold down a good job and stay out of trouble. Always looking for a rush, Dave learnt to skydive before deciding to take his chances - emigrating illegally to Israel.
He was inducted into the Israeli Army and then the Paratroopers, where the training was difficult - involving long tough marches, as well as learning Hebrew. After serving his time, he left Israel - and back in the USA, Dave was