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War Veteran WALTER HENRY NOLTING Shares LIFE CHANGING Experience
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16:32Now PlayingIn this compelling episode of The Suffering Podcast, WWII veteran Walter Henry Nolting shares his incredible post-war journey and the untold experiences that shaped his life. As a former Merchant Marine, Walter recounts harrowing missions across Europe and the seas following WWII, facing constant threats like unexploded mines and hostile conditions that pushed him to his limits. His firsthand account covers the challenges he encountered in the post-war environment, the impact on his family, and the emotional scars left by the devastating conflict. Walter’s vivid memories provide a rare glimpse into the real-life suffering, sacrifices, and resilience of a WWII hero. These stories of courage and survival underscore the personal cost of wartime service and the resilience needed to endure both battle and peace.
After his years at sea, Walter dedicated three decades to the U.S. Postal Service, where he encountered new challenges, humorously recalling the job as “more dangerous” than his wartime experiences. Throughout the episode, he reflects on the lessons he learned from his unique journey—from witnessing post-war Europe’s rebuilding, to confronting the lasting impact of trauma, to working with other veterans. Join us as we honor Walter's powerful story, one of few remaining WWII veteran accounts. Dive into the history, bravery, and reflections of a true American hero and gain a deeper appreciation for those who sacrificed in World War II and beyond. The Suffering Podcast brings you the personal narratives and history that deserve to be remembered.
MR. WALTER HENRY NOLTING, Mr. Nolting has a military career serving both the United States Army & Merchant Marines. He enlisted in 1942 he was only 17 years old. Walter was Honorably Discharged in 1946.
Listed below are more details.
Stationed: Fort Devons, MA & Utah, France
Wars & Military operations & Deployments: WWII Utah France Military Awards & Decorations: American Service Metal, Good Conduct Medal & World War II Victory Medal.
Military Career & Accomplishments:
Served 33 months in the Army. He boasts of his duty on Utah Beach in unison with the D-Day invasion.
After the war he joined the Merchant Marines and traveled the world on a ship called The Flying Independence.
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