"I almost went native and became an advocate for protection for the people." (Video Interview, Part 1, 37:00)

James Franklin McCall

James McCall, 2005 War: Vietnam War, 1961-1975 Branch: Army Unit: Military Assistance Command Service Location: Vietnam Rank: Lieutenant General Place of Birth: PA

James McCall's life took an unexpected turn in 1956. Fresh out of the University of Pennsylvania's Wharton School of Business and Finance, he was drafted into the Army-and began a successful career in the military that culminated in his achieving the rank of Lieutenant General. McCall served in Vietnam, where he worked closely with the civilians, for whom he developed strong feelings of respect and affection. He also put his education to good use, becoming Army Comptroller, learning how to justify military expenditures to Congressional appropriations committees.