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The Battle of Chosin, Web clip 2
U.S. Marine veterans of the Battle of Chosin during the Korean War recall their efforts to hold the west side of the reservoir during a second night of attacks. "The Battle of Chosin" premieres November 1 at 9/8c on American Experience PBS.
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