The army unit from Fort Carson, Colorado that was once known as the “Band of Brothers,” was later renamed “Lethal Warriors.”
Deployed to some of the worst regions in Iraq for multiple tours of duty, many of these soldiers suffer from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, and some, undiagnosed or untreated since returning from war, have become involved in a series of violent crimes.
David Philipps investigates this particular unit from their actions overseas and the broader issue of PTSD in returning veterans throughout the country.
The December 13th event is free for Club members, $5 for non-members. Those presenting Military ID will be admitted free. The book will be available for $25, and Philipps will sign copies.
As this is a fundraiser for the Eric Friedheim National Journalism Library, outside books are not permitted.
Reservations are required at the National Press Club in D.C. opus@press.org or 202-662-7523.
DC's award-winning GI Film Festival announced today that it has established a ground-breaking new partnership with The Military Channel, the nation’s only cable network dedicated to military programming, which will provide unprecedented exposure for films that honor American warriors. Beginning on November 12th, the Military Channel, which is currently available in more than 57 million homes, will begin featuring weekend blocks of the festival’s award-winning productions. (See opening weekend schedule below.)
"This effort between the GI Film Festival and the Military Channel will be invaluable in putting the heroism and the sacrifice of the nation's bravest men and women on full display for all of America to witness. This has been the Festival's core mission from day one," said GI Film Festival Chairman Stephen K. Bannon.
The G.I. Film Festival is the first and only film festival in the country dedicated to honoring the successes and sacrifices of American GIs. The festival’s documentary and narrative films showcase themes ranging from the courage and ingenuity on battlefields throughout history to the struggles of homelessness and post-traumatic stress on the home front. The G.I. Film Festival block runs on Military Channel from 9-11 PM ET on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays throughout November starting on Friday, November 12, the day after Veterans Day.
"We are proud to provide our filmmakers with a nationwide audience on one of the nation's most respected television networks," said GI Film Festival Co-Founder Brandon Millett. "We know Military Channel viewers will be touched and inspired by this programming. And we hope through our films that they gain a greater sense of appreciation for our nation's men and women in uniform."
"This national television program is a landmark event in the history of the GI Film Festival," said GI Film Festival Co-Founder Laura Law-Millett. "With this ground-breaking new series, we now move from a DC-based event to a national organization fostering a positive image for American GIs."
“The diverse lineup of the G.I. Film Festival is a natural fit for Military Channel, which prides itself on highlighting the full spectrum of human drama, courage and patriotism intrinsic to the armed forces,” said Henry Schleiff, president and general manager of Military Channel. “By providing the G.I. Film Festival a national platform, Military Channel invites its viewers to explore these beautifully produced films that resonate with the creative passion of each independent filmmaker.”
The opening weekend of G.I. Film Festival programming on Military Channel includes:
