Victoria Huggins Peurifoy - “Daddy What Did They Do To You?"

The transcript explores the emotional and psychological struggles of a father who served in the military, focusing on his experiences post-service. It highlights his skills, challenges, and the impact of the Vietnam conflict on his life. The narrative delves into the emotional toll on the family, reflecting on the father's trauma and the repeated questioning of what happened to him during his service.

What was one of the main reasons the narrator's father struggled after leaving the army?

• He missed the structure and authority he had in the army.

• He was unable to find a job.

• He had no family support.

• He lost all his friends.

What skill did the narrator's father possess that helped him in the military?

• He was an excellent marksman.

• He was a great cook.

• He had a photographic memory.

• He was a skilled pilot.

Why did the narrator's father decide to leave the army?

• He wanted to spend more time with his family.

• He was offered a better job elsewhere.

• He disagreed with the Vietnam conflict.

• He wanted to pursue higher education.

What was one of the physical consequences of the father's military service?

• He developed a chronic illness.

• He became blind.

• He had a metal plate in his head.

• He lost a limb.

How did the narrator's family perceive the father's coping mechanism?

• They ignored his struggles.

• They encouraged him to seek help.

• They were too young to understand.

• They understood and supported him.