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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Edward A.
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Jessie H.

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Helping Female Veterans Return To Civilian Life

The United States armed forces have experienced a vast increase in the number of female personnel in active duty in the past couple of decades. That means that our nation has also seen an increase in the number of female veterans. This special group of women may have unique needs once they return to civilian life and can be assisted through the help of others like you.

April is National Stress Awareness Month

It is very common for veterans of our nation’s military forces to experience some level of stress when returning to civilian life. For some, this may be relatively short-lived while for others, it may be more extensive and even be in the form of posttraumatic stress disorder, or PTSD. Either way, sufferers can get help and with the focus on April as National Stress Awareness Month, now is the time to make your action plan to help alleviate some of your symptoms.

Show Your Appreciation For Vietnam Veterans

Most Vietnam veterans did not receive a warm homecoming from fellow Americans. It is time to show appreciation for Vietnam veterans that served our country.

The First Wars Fought With a Volunteer Army

Many Iraqi veterans volunteered to serve in the United States Armed Forces before 9/11 as a way to improve their country during a quiet time. Others continued to volunteer for the United States Armed Forces well after 9/11 as they found it a calling. Different Iraqi and Afghani veterans have taken different paths after service. Some found the experience rewarding; some regretted volunteering; and some were able to move on to civilian life more easily than others.

Shattering Victim and Hero Stereotypes for Veterans

Most veterans cannot be lumped in one of two categories: a tertiary casualty of war or a war hero. It is imperative that Americans find more opportunities for veterans to recognize personal accomplishments and move on to a brighter future in a civilian setting. It is true that many veterans have scars from serving the United States in a time of war.

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