Vietnam War Veterans Gifts

Students Learn the About Individual History: Show Personal Appreciation to Vietnam Veterans

Vietnam War veterans were arguably given the worst homecoming out of all of the military personnel that served in wars since the mid-19th century. Thankfully, times have changed. Today, most United States citizens appreciate the men and women that serve in the United States Armed Forces. However, the Vietnam War era was a bleak time for veterans. Veterans returned home to be routinely harassed by an unhappy public. Many Vietnam veterans fought in Vietnam, and then they fought a war at home. Needless to say, the Vietnam War is remembered as bittersweet for numerous veterans.

Exploring Personal History in High School

Numerous teenage students taught by Tom Clarke at Lake Central High School learned the meaning of sacrifice after completing an assignment. The students had to compile a complete profile of a veteran and learn about the individual outside of the context of the veteran’s wartime accomplishments. The students had to learn about the whole person, not just the soldier.

Vietnam War Veterans Will Not Be Around Forever

Keep the personal aspect of Vietnam War history alive. Many veterans do not find it easy to talk about their tenure during the Vietnam War era. The right Vietnam War gifts can give the right message without being too obtrusive. Some personal Vietnam War gifts include the following listed below:

Commemorative Vietnam War veteran knives
Personalized veteran rings
Customized United States military watches

Revisit History a Better Way

All Vietnam veterans experienced the war differently. It is important to recognize that a mechanic and a soldier on the front lines could both still have scars from the war. Similarly, a mechanic and a soldier on the front lines could both currently remember friends in the armed forces rather than traumatic wartime events. Learn about history from a Vietnam War veteran by looking at the entire person, similar to the assignment given to Tom Clark’s high school students.

Further show your appreciation to the mechanic, the foot soldier, the pilot, and the medic with a thoughtful Vietnam War gift.

Testimonials:

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

Charles W
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Ed J.
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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Introducing Children To The Value Of Service

Parents have the responsibility of sharing their personal values, ethics, and morals with their children. As children grow older they come to understand how these values and ethics can guide them to making wise and compassionate decisions throughout life. Children in some families have a very personal understanding of the importance of military service and the values that veterans represent. Not all children are so fortunate, however. They may have difficulty understanding precisely why showing respect to veterans is so important.

Celebrating Patriotic Holidays in a Different Way

Holidays give everyone an opportunity to take a step back from their hectic schedule and busy lives to spend time with family and loved ones. Celebrating holidays in the correct spirit sometimes takes a little effort. Holidays are about more than just sleeping in or going to the big game.

Celebrate Veterans and Thank Them for Their Service

Offering a gift to someone who has already given so much can be a challenging prospect for any shopper. Honoring veterans and current military personnel begins with a sincere expression of gratitude but there are times when additional action is called for. Special gifts to commemorate a homecoming or the completion of a tour of duty are very welcome gestures. However, choosing just the right gift can be difficult. What items can appropriately capture the gratitude, affection, and respect you have for someone who has served?

Building Shared Values Through Service Projects for Veterans and Others

In many families, doing good deeds for others is a group effort. Service projects are surprisingly easy to organize and can be unique ways of celebrating holidays and other important occasions. In fact, many parents choose to include family service projects as part of routine holiday celebrations in order to keep the real meaning of these special days in mind even when the world chooses to focus on something different.

Ways to Serve Our Military Vets

People interested in volunteering their time and who may want to help veterans of the United States military have many different options from which to choose. The nature of the work can depend upon the amount of time that is available as well as the type of work desired.

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