Gary Bryant, a reluctant soldier in the Vietnam War, reveals how the study of his pedigree helped him discover his ancestors' legacy of military service, giving him a sense of purpose and self-worth. In the studio, hosts Jim and Terry Willard talk with genealogy expert Kurt Witcher on the value of U.S. Census and military records as sources of information. He tells viewers what detailed information to look out for, and what pitfalls to avoid when looking at these older records.