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Native American heritage heals wounded warriors

Native Americans from across the nation taught West-coast wounded warriors how to overcome the lasting torments of war, with time-honored rituals and sacred traditions.

Nearly 30 combat veterans participated in “Operation One Drum,” a four-day workshop designed to alleviate combat stress. The Native American program is the first of its kind to be held on a military installation.

“When a man is faced with a life or death situation, his spirit detaches from him and remains on the battlefield,” said Staff Sgt. James L. Eagleman, former 1st Marine Division tanker and current resident at Wounded Wa...

 

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