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Kalona Today
By the People, for the People
Kalona Audience Connects With Iowa's Vietnam Veterans Through Documentary
The Kalona Historical Village Society hosted a screening of "From Iowa & Back", a film focused on the experiences of Iowa veterans who served during the Vietnam War.
Published on Feb. 26, 2026
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The Kalona Historical Village Society recently hosted a screening of the documentary "From Iowa & Back", which featured firsthand accounts from Iowa veterans who served during the Vietnam War. The film explored the challenges they faced both during and after the war, including the harsh living conditions, emotional toll of losing friends, and difficulties adjusting to civilian life. The event provided the Kalona community an opportunity to connect with and honor these veterans and their sacrifices.
Why it matters
The Vietnam War remains one of the most controversial conflicts in American history, and its impact continues to be felt by those who lived through it. Events like this documentary screening help preserve the stories and experiences of Iowa's Vietnam veterans, fostering greater understanding and appreciation within the local community.
The details
The documentary "From Iowa & Back" was created by filmmaker Jeremy Glazier and presented by Brucemore Artisan Studio. Before the screening, Glazier provided background on the project and its purpose. Throughout the film, Iowa veterans shared firsthand accounts of their time serving in Vietnam, describing the constant danger, frequent enemy encounters, harsh living conditions, and emotional trauma of losing friends. The veterans also reflected on the public backlash and lack of support they faced upon returning home, as well as the challenges of readjusting to civilian life.
- The Vietnam War lasted from November 1, 1955 to April 30, 1975.
- The Kalona Historical Village Society hosted the documentary screening on Sunday, February 22, 2026.
The players
Jeremy Glazier
The filmmaker who created the documentary "From Iowa & Back".
Nancy Roth
The managing director of the Kalona Historical Village, who reached out to Glazier to bring the documentary to the village.
What’s next
The Kalona Historical Village Society plans to continue hosting events and screenings that honor and preserve the stories of Iowa's Vietnam veterans.
The takeaway
This documentary screening provided the Kalona community with a powerful opportunity to connect with and learn from the experiences of Iowa's Vietnam veterans, highlighting the ongoing impact of the war and the importance of recognizing the sacrifices of those who served.
