Gifts That Celebrate Military Service

Completing a tour of military duty is one of the most important experiences in life. This moment signifies a service member’s return to civilian life and welcomes them back home to their family. Such a joyous homecoming deserves a beautiful keepsake that can be enjoyed for years to come. Commemorating this incomparable accomplishment expresses your personal admiration for the veterans in your life and makes a statement about just how important military service is to the health of our country.

There are all kinds of great gifts that can become part of any homecoming you have the pleasure of celebrating. No matter how you choose to commemorate this important occasion it is sure to be one of the most memorable moments of your life.

Family Photographs

A collection of beautiful family photographs is a gift that anyone can appreciate. Not only will a fine photo capture and preserve a memory forever, it is something that everyone can take a role in creating. After all, no family portrait is really complete unless everyone is present. Thus, a group picture is a great project for families to create together.

If it is not possible for all members of a family to come together for a single portrait, ask distant relatives to take their own portraits and send you a copy. Once all the images have been collected, arrange to have them professionally framed. This will ensure that the photographs are properly protected and ready for instant display.

A Memory Book

Memory books, journals, and scrapbooks are loving collections put together by individuals or by families. They can be used to hold all kinds of things. The result is a unique item that celebrates the service member in the family and tells them just how much they are loved and valued. Here are some ideas to get you started creating your own memory book:

Purchase a premade scrapbook cover and then create pages to place inside it
Include photos taken at birthdays and other holidays
Illustrate a growth chart for each child in the family
Add inspirational quotes, humorous stories, and other articles for the recipient to read
Have distant friends and relatives contribute a few pages of their own with handwritten notes and messages of love and support
Place a few blank pages near the back to include lots of photos from the happy homecoming

A Thoughtful Gift

There are many excellent gift items that you can select to give on the occasion of a homecoming or at an important holiday. Pocket watches and wristwatches with patriotic imagery are excellent choices. Pick a timepiece that has been expertly crafted; it is sure to become a treasured heirloom.

Hunting knives and folding pocket knives are other useful items that can be purchased with military insignia and patriotic themes. This is a great choice for the service member who loves the outdoors and who appreciates the value of a fine tool.

No matter what you choose, make sure that it comes from the heart. A simple gift can start a conversation between family members and can help relatives draw close together after a long time apart. On special occasions one gift has the power to say many things.

Testimonials:

I received my United States MA-1 Bravo Jacket yesterday and I am very pleased with it. Thanks

Charles W
Thank you very much for the two beautiful garments! Both the MA1-Bravo Jacket and the Concealed Carry Soft Shell Vest fit perfectly and are tailored to perfection. They are rugged and warm, exactly what I was looking for.

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I received the jacket this past Wednesday. I just love it. Good quality, feels great, and looks sharp. I have been looking for such a jacket the past few years and have finally found it.

Edward A.
Dear Vetcom, Received the MA-1 Bravo Jacket yesterday. Thank you so very much, made a Veteran very happy. Was so hoping to have it on time for him to wear on Veterans Day and you made sure it was here in time. The jacket is beautiful and my husband just loves it. Again, thank you so very much and God bless.

Jessie H.

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Military Holiday Gifts

Showing Appreciation and Meaning During a Difficult Time of Year

The holidays are not always the happiest time of the year. Many people struggle with difficult circumstances and past traumatic events. Numerous veterans will always remember the Christmas where their best friend died along with the Christmas years prior where their parents bought them their first bicycles. The holidays are often bittersweet. Find the right military holiday gifts. Show your appreciation and how much you care during a challenging time of the year.

A Holiday Gift

Certain people are very difficult to buy quality gifts for. After you turn 12, the heartfelt picture drawn with crayons will not cut it. Cards are nice, but they can seem a little minimalist without a gift attached. Giving gift certificates are similar to giving cash with limitations. Giving cash is often seen as too impersonal. It is difficult to find a gift that is personal, high-quality, and not too much. Give the coast guard member in your life a customized coast guard ring this holiday season.

Gift Ideas for U.S. Military Veteran Grandpa

Grandpa is arguably one of the most difficult people to shop for on your list. Typical “old man” gifts can seem impersonal at best and offensive at worst. Do not look at geriatric footwear, large sweatpants, or a reclining chair that comes with a remote control.

Vetcom Forum Remembers Veterans

Mark Gallagher and his son Brian, Margate, NJ, remember and honor their father and “grand pop”, and all Veterans who served in WWII.

Help Restore The Battleship New Jersey

Veterans Commemorative is pleased to be working with The Battleship New Jersey Museum and Memorial to assist in fundraising efforts to maintain and support America’s Largest and most decorated battleship, on which thousands of brave Navy and Marine Corps Servicemen served during World War II, Korea, Vietnam, Lebanon and the Gulf War Mission.

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