# #687 Ronald Kelly Army Veteran; 24 Jun 2026

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Podcast: [The Lost Art Project: Veterans’ Voices](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-lost-art-project-veterans-voices-6732580)
Published: 2026-06-24T05:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://TheLostArt.podbean.com/e/687-ronald-kelly-army-veteran-24-jun-2026/
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Army Veteran Ronald Kelly joined the Army as a combat engineer, but once he arrived in Vietnam, he quickly learned that war rarely goes according to plan. Assigned to security missions and other duties far beyond his primary job, Ronald experienced firsthand the realities of life in a combat zone. The war became deeply personal when his best friend was killed, leaving a lasting impact that he carried long after returning home. After his service, Ronald returned to Oklahoma, where he built a life beyond the battlefield while never forgetting the sacrifices made by those who served alongside him. In this powerful Veteran Story, Ronald reflects on duty, loss, resilience, and the lessons learned during one of America's most challenging conflicts. Preserve Honor. Inspire Future Generations.The Lost Art Project: Veterans' Voices – Preserving history one veteran story at a time.

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