The Korean Soldier Who Fought for 3 Armies During WWII

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The Korean Soldier Who Fought for 3 Armies During WWII

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Born in what is now North Korea, Yang Kyoungjong didn't set out to become a soldier -- but fate had other plans. Join the guys as they trace one man's journey through prisons, battlefields and multiple armies in a desperate bid to survive World War II. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

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The Korean Soldier Who Fought for 3 Armies During WWII

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