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Podcast: Gulf War Side Effects
Episode: Marine Tanker Phillip Modesti on Desert Storm and Reserve Activation
Description: In this episode of Gulf War Side Effects, Kevin Simon and Wade Renard welcome Marine veteran Philip Mo to talk about his time as a tanker during Desert Storm.Philip shares how he joined the Marines, went through tank school, and eventually deployed as part of a reserve tank unit during the Gulf War. He talks about what it was like preparing tanks for combat, moving through minefields, dealing with oil well fires, surviving the desert, and the reality of serving in a tank crew during wartime.Get access to past and bonus content with exclusive guest. Please help...