Literature
The Ragged EdgeWritten by Michael Zacchea
Michael Zacchea writes about his deployment with the US Marines. In a touching and honest portrayal of his own personal experiences, Zacchea brings to light the truths facing military members in the war zone today.
The Ragged Edge will be available to purchase on April 1st, 2017 and can be pre-ordered on Amazon. Check out my interview with Michael Zacchea coming soon to Beat Your Gums. |
What Have We DoneUsing 'we' to represent the civilian population, Pulitzer Prize winning journalist David Wood uses stories of our soldiers to question our role in their lives, both at war and at home. Most of the injuries experienced are not visible, but instead core-shaking moral injuries. When asked "what 'we' can do to help heal these moral wounds", Wood replies with the simple advice to listen, love, and accept, no matter what.
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Veteran-specific Research Projects
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Virtual FootlockerVirtual Footlocker is a project conducted by Assistant Professor Ed Benoit III at Louisiana State University working to preserve the personal records of the modern soldier.
http://edbenoit.com/virtualfootlocker/ |
Veteran's Heritage ProjectWorking with high school students in the Phoenix area, the Veteran's Heritage Project documents Veteran's stories while simultaneously teaching high school student the skills that will benefit them both socially and within the work field. For more information about the Veteran's Heritage Project, check out their website here.
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