When Vietnam veteran Ron Mayes first returned from war, airport protestors spit on him. But to understand the impact of this warm HonorAir homecoming in Knoxville, it helps to know what this 69-year-old soldier saw during his service in Southeast Asia. (Originally aired June 16, 2016) More Service and Sacrifice stories, here: https://www.wbir.com/service-and-sacrifice Subscribe to WBIR for exclusive content: https://www.youtube.com/c/WBIR10 WBIR Channel 10 in Knoxville, Tennessee produces award-winning, community-centered content "Straight From The Heart" of East Tennessee. We strive to be good citizens, to do what is right, and to be fair and honest. We care. Follow WBIR on Social: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WBIRChannel10 Twitter: https://twitter.com/wbir Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wbirchannel10/