WWII Veteran Norman Bussel Shines Light on Hidden Traumas
Norman Bussel, a WWII prisoner-of-war, dedicated his life to raising awareness about the unseen psychological wounds veterans face after combat. His tireless advocacy changed how we understand the lasting impact of war.
Norman Bussel, a World War II veteran who endured the horrors of a German prison camp and then spent decades chronicling the psychological traumas that haunt many former soldiers, died on May 2 at his home in Manhattan. He was 102 years old.
The cause was complications of Parkinson's disease, said his son, David Bussel.
After his terrifying year as a prisoner of war, Mr. Bussel experienced crushing nightmares and survivor guilt that plagued him for the rest of his life. But rather than suffer in silence, he dedicated himself to raising awareness about the unseen wounds of combat and the critical need for mental health support for veterans.
{{IMAGE_PLACEHOLDER}}Source: The New York Times
