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:

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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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