Steve Allen, Pt. 2
![A group of soldiers in Vietnam](https://will.illinois.edu/images/uploads/46540/cropped_steve_allen_platoon__large.jpg)
Courtesy Steve Allen
Steve Allen from Newman, Illinois served as an officer in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Vietnam War from 1970-1971. His radio man, "Smitty", left a lasting impression on him.
He recites his poem for "Smitty" here.