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By: Travis Partington
on September 5, 2024

412 – Les Carroll – This Troubled Ground

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I talked with U.S. Air Force and Air National Guard Lieutenant Colonel Les Carroll, an author, filmmaker, and writer.

We discussed Les’s military career, focusing on his time at Dover Air Force Base, where he was involved in the “Dignified Transfer” of fallen service members. I had seen the ceremony and had an understanding, but didn’t know what went on behind the scenes. Lt. Carroll described the intense focus and bearing required to maintain professionalism during this time of loss for families and our nation.

Les shared insights from his book “This Troubled Ground,” which explores the emotional and human aspects of military service. The conversation also touches on Les’s filmmaking journey and the importance of storytelling in honoring the sacrifices of service members and their families.

“This Troubled Ground” will bring you, the reader, into what the soldier and family experience as their loved one comes home. Les wanted people to see what he experienced.

Go to https://lescarroll.com/ to learn more and see some of Les’ other work.

Thank you, Sir, for sharing with us. “Dignified Transfer” has taken on a new meaning for me.


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