After 52 Years, Minnesota Vietnam War Veteran Reunited With Box Of Medals, Memories

By John Lauritsen, CBS Minnesota

July 11, 2023

OTTER TAIL COUNTY, Minn. – For many veterans, the memories of war can be difficult, even painful.

But a Vietnam War veteran in Otter Tail County is learning that fellow soldiers will follow through, half a century after their mission is over.

"I signed a huge contract for $13,000 with the Atlanta Falcons," said John Nordgaard.

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