Showing 44 items matching "vietnam vets"
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Lara RSL Sub BranchPhotograph, Presentation to LARA RSL from Canberra RSL Vietnam Vets
... Presentation to LARA RSL from Canberra RSL Vietnam Vets...Presentation to LARA RSL from Canberra RSL Vietnam Vets...Lara RSL Sub Branch McClelland Ave Lara Presentation to LARA RSL from Canberra RSL Vietnam Vets Presentation to LARA RSL from Canberra RSL Vietnam Vets Photograph ...Presentation to LARA RSL from Canberra RSL Vietnam Vets -
Greensborough Historical SocietyArticle - Newspaper Clipping, The Local Paper, Salute to Vietnam Vets, 21/08/2024
... Salute to Vietnam Vets...Greensborough Historical Society 34A Glenauburn Road Lower Plenty Lower Plenty melbourne Article about Vietnam Veterans Day vietnam veterans colin brooks diamond valley vietnam veterans association greensborough war memorial park Black and white text and colour image Salute to Vietnam Vets Article Newspaper Clipping The Local Paper ...Article about Vietnam Veterans DayBlack and white text and colour imagevietnam veterans, colin brooks, diamond valley vietnam veterans association, greensborough war memorial park -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)Newspaper, A Copy of Back to Museum for Vietnam Vets, 2012
... A Copy of Back to Museum for Vietnam Vets...A Copy of Back to Museum for Vietnam Vets Newspaper Unknown ...Copy of a newspaper article about the Museum's open day including a photo of Gary Parker in front of the Iroquois helicopter.national vietnam veterans museum, back to museum day, gary parker, vvaa, iroquois helicopter, the new zealand ministry of culture and heritage -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)Literary Work, A copy of My Love For a Tortured Hero: A Poem by Bea Q
... A photocopy of a poem written by a Vietnam Vet's wife to other Vietnam Vets wives...National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM) 25 Veterans Drive Newhaven phillip-island-and-the-bass-coast 1961 - 1975 -- Veterans -- Australia Vietnam War 1961-1975 - Poetry Tortured Hero Poem A photocopy of a poem written by a Vietnam Vet's wife to other Vietnam Vets wives A copy of My Love For a Tortured Hero: A Poem by Bea Q Literary Work Q, Bea ...A photocopy of a poem written by a Vietnam Vet's wife to other Vietnam Vets wives 1961 - 1975 -- veterans -- australia, vietnam war, 1961-1975 - poetry, tortured hero, poem -
Running Rabbits Military Museum operated by the Upwey Belgrave RSL Sub BranchPlaque
... 1987 Vietnam Vets Parade...Running Rabbits Military Museum operated by the Upwey Belgrave RSL Sub Branch 1 Mast Gully Road Upwey melbourne Plaque 1987 Army 1987 Vietnam Vets Parade Plaque ...1987 Vietnam Vets Paradeplaque, 1987, army -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)Poster - Information Board, Helen Taplin - Civilian Nurse
... Images and Stories of Vietnam Vets....National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM) 25 Veterans Drive Newhaven phillip-island-and-the-bass-coast Behind the Wire Photographic Exhibition Images and Stories of Vietnam Vets. Recollections of term between 1969 - April 1970. ...Recollections of term between 1969 - April 1970.Images and Stories of Vietnam Vets.behind the wire, photographic exhibition -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)Film - Film, CD, Computer Disc
... Disc labelled "Vietnam Vets Photos visit Victoria"...National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM) 25 Veterans Drive Newhaven phillip-island-and-the-bass-coast Photograph Disc labelled "Vietnam Vets Photos visit Victoria" Computer Disc Film Film, CD ...Disc labelled "Vietnam Vets Photos visit Victoria"photograph -
4th/19th Prince of Wales's Light Horse Regiment Unit History RoomPlaque: Vietnam Veterans belated welcome home 1987
... ...Vietnam Vets...4th/19th Prince of Wales's Light Horse Regiment Unit History Room 4/19 PWLH Regiment, Building 78 Simpson Barracks Macleod melbourne Plaque Vietnam Vets Welcome Home Plaque, metal pieces affixed to wooden mounting, commemmorating the (eventual) welcome home parade in 1987 for Vietnam Veterans. 1. ...Plaque, metal pieces affixed to wooden mounting, commemmorating the (eventual) welcome home parade in 1987 for Vietnam Veterans. 1. Shield shape with title "VIETNAM VETERANS PARADE SYDNEY 1987" Australian flag overlaid with map of Australia with lines focusing on Sydney with depiction of Harbour Bridge. Vietnam service medals shown below map. 2. Scroll "AUSTRALIAN VIETNAM FORCES"plaque, vietnam vets, welcome home -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)Book, Rose, Peter Robert, Soldiers Conscience: The Ethical Complexity of Vietnam Service
... On the inside cover reads: Vietnam Vets, I salute you all. signed Peter Rose 18/08/2008...On the inside cover reads: Vietnam Vets, I salute you all. signed Peter Rose 18/08/2008 Soldiers Conscience: The Ethical Complexity of Vietnam Service Book Rose, Peter Robert ...Australians on active service in South Vietnam encountered ethical challenges resulting from the severe cultural dislocation of deployment to a war zone.Australians on active service in South Vietnam encountered ethical challenges resulting from the severe cultural dislocation of deployment to a war zone.vietnam war, nui dat, capt peter rose, engineers, australian force headquarters, saigon, republic of vietnam, phuoc tuy province, 1st australian task force -
Glenelg Shire Council Cultural CollectionPhotograph - Photograph - Marching Band, Portland, Victoria, 14/08/1993
... Dedication of Vietnam Vets Memorial garden near Shire Offices, History House, Civic Hall...Dedication of Vietnam Vets Memorial garden near Shire Offices, History House, Civic Hall Photograph Photograph - Marching Band, Portland, Victoria ...Coloured photo. Band marching along Bentinck St. Dedication of Vietnam Vets Memorial garden near Shire Offices, History House, Civic Hall -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)Book, O'Kane, Sharyn, The Bitumen Burners (Copy1)
... On the inside cover reads "Donated to the Vietnam Vets Museum, Phillip Is. To all who served. ...On the inside cover reads "Donated to the Vietnam Vets Museum, Phillip Is. To all who served. ...This book is a recollection depicting aspects of the life of a soldier and in particular men serving in 86 Transport Platoon during their time of active service in Vietnam.This book is a recollection depicting aspects of the life of a soldier and in particular men serving in 86 Transport Platoon during their time of active service in Vietnam.vietnamese conflict, 1961-1971 - personal narratives, australian, australia. army. royal australian army service corps. 86 transport platoon, 86 transport platoon, national ser, national service, peter (sharky) whale -
Greensborough Historical SocietyNewspaper Clipping, Diamond Valley Leader, Thrown into the action, 13/08/2014
... Three Vietnam vets from the Greensborough RSL discuss their time in Vietnam. ...Greensborough Historical Society 34A Glenauburn Road Lower Plenty Lower Plenty melbourne Three Vietnam vets from the Greensborough RSL discuss their time in Vietnam. greensborough rsl vietnam war dal crocker alan comben mick van poeteren 2 pages. ...Three Vietnam vets from the Greensborough RSL discuss their time in Vietnam. 2 pages. News clipping, black text, colour images. greensborough rsl, vietnam war, dal crocker, alan comben, mick van poeteren -
Melbourne LegacyPhotograph, Vietnam Veterans March in 1988, 1988
... Melbourne Legatees salute Vietnam Vets.' Photos were taken by Susie Howard the publicity officer, and the date was 15.10.88....Melbourne Legatees salute Vietnam Vets.' Photos were taken by Susie Howard the publicity officer, and the date was 15.10.88. ...It was at the first international reunion of Vietnam Veterans held in Melbourne, in October 1988. It included a march down Swanston St to the Shrine. There are more photos of Legatees outside Legacy House watching the veterans march past at 01579 and 01380. The 1988 parade of Vietnam Veterans in Melbourne was a significant event and Legacy provided rosemary sprigs for the event, a meal afterwards and Legatees attended. Other photos had a label which said 'The first international reunion of Vietnam Veterans was held in Melbourne in October 1988. Many of Melbourne Legacy's 'Legatees' stood to salute the marchers as they made their way to the Shrine of Remembrance.' Views of Swanston St streetscape in the background, including corner of Lonsdale and Swanston St looking south to the Shrine. Street banners said 'Remember' on a green and red background.The 1988 parade of Vietnam Veterans in Melbourne was a significant event and Legacy provided rosemary sprigs for the event, a meal afterwards and Legatees attended.Colour photo x 10 of a Vietnam Veterans march past Legacy House and a white paper label.White paper label handwritten in black 'Vietnam Veterans International Reunion. Melbourne Legatees salute Vietnam Vets.' Photos were taken by Susie Howard the publicity officer, and the date was 15.10.88.vietnam veterans, march, legatee event, streetscape -
Melbourne LegacyPhotograph, Vietnam Veterans March in 1988, 1988
... Melbourne Legatees salute Vietnam Vets.' Photos were taken by Susie Howard the publicity officer, and the date was 15.10.88....Melbourne Legatees salute Vietnam Vets.' Photos were taken by Susie Howard the publicity officer, and the date was 15.10.88. ...It was at the first international reunion of Vietnam Veterans held in Melbourne, in October 1988. It included a march down Swanston St to the Shrine. There are photos of Legatees outside Legacy House watching the veterans march past at 01578. The other photos include a meal provided at Legacy House after the parade at 01580. The 1988 parade of Vietnam Veterans in Melbourne was a significant event and Legacy provided rosemary sprigs for the event, a meal afterwards and Legatees attended. Other photos had a label which said 'The first international reunion of Vietnam Veterans was held in Melbourne in October 1988. Many of Melbourne Legacy's 'Legatees' stood to salute the marchers as they made their way to the Shrine of Remembrance.' Views of Swanston St streetscape in the background, including the old CUB brewery building at the top of Swanston St. Street banners said 'Remember' on a green and red background.The 1988 parade of Vietnam Veterans in Melbourne was a significant event and Legacy provided rosemary sprigs for the event, a meal afterwards and Legatees attended.Colour photo x 10 of a Vietnam Veterans march past Legacy House and a white paper label.White paper label handwritten in black 'Vietnam Veterans International Reunion. Melbourne Legatees salute Vietnam Vets.' Photos were taken by Susie Howard the publicity officer, and the date was 15.10.88.vietnam veterans, march, legatee event, streetscape -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)Article - Article, Clipping, Magazine Clipping, Back To The Front
... Article with picture of a decorated Vietnam Vet in Cape York Peninusla. Congregation of vets on August 18 for anniversary of Long Tan. ...National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM) 25 Veterans Drive Newhaven phillip-island-and-the-bass-coast Newspaper Long Tan Weekend Australian article Article with picture of a decorated Vietnam Vet in Cape York Peninusla. Congregation of vets on August 18 for anniversary of Long Tan. ...Article with picture of a decorated Vietnam Vet in Cape York Peninusla. Congregation of vets on August 18 for anniversary of Long Tan. Article prefaced by official letter from John Methven OAM on behlaf of VV Association of Aust. (2 pages)newspaper, long tan, weekend australian article -
Diamond Valley Vietnam Veterans Sub-BranchCraft - Gavel, c2002
... Plate has inscription plate "To The DViets From Mackay Vietnam vets."; gavel has on the side a badge of the Rising Sun and on the top face an insignia of TBA; the handle of the gavel has a decorative snake entwined thereon....It is significant to members in as much as it provides a standard of protocol, authority and respect to formal meetings eg the Annual General Meeting. diamond valley vietnam veterans sub branch mackay vietnam veterans qld Plate has inscription plate "To The DViets From Mackay Vietnam vets."; gavel has on the side a badge of the Rising Sun and on the top face an insignia of TBA; the handle of the gavel has a decorative snake entwined thereon. ...Donated to Sub Branch to provide historical and formal elements to Meetings.It is significant to members in as much as it provides a standard of protocol, authority and respect to formal meetings eg the Annual General Meeting.Model in polished wood of a Gavel and Plate. Plate has inscription plate "To The DViets From Mackay Vietnam vets."; gavel has on the side a badge of the Rising Sun and on the top face an insignia of TBA; the handle of the gavel has a decorative snake entwined thereon.diamond valley vietnam veterans sub branch, mackay vietnam veterans qld -
Melbourne LegacyPhotograph, Vietnam Veterans March in 1988, 1988
... White paper label 'Junior Leadership Group L/House distributing rosemary to Vietnam Vets. Breakfast at Legacy House for visiting V.V. ...The 1988 parade of Vietnam Veterans in Melbourne was a significant event and Legacy provided rosemary sprigs for the event, a meal afterwards and Legatees attended. vietnam veterans march rosemary White paper label 'Junior Leadership Group L/House distributing rosemary to Vietnam Vets. Breakfast at Legacy House for visiting V.V. ...Photos of Legacy helpers handing out sprigs of rosemary to Vietnam Veterans in October 1988. It was at the first international reunion of Vietnam Veterans held in Melbourne, in October 1988. It included a march down Swanston St to the Shrine. There are photos of Legatees outside Legacy House watching the veterans march past at 01578 and 01579. The other photos include a meal provided at Legacy House after the parade.The 1988 parade of Vietnam Veterans in Melbourne was a significant event and Legacy provided rosemary sprigs for the event, a meal afterwards and Legatees attended.Colour photo x 2 of rosemary being given out at the Vietnam Veterans march and 3 photos of a breakfast at Legacy House and a white paper label.White paper label 'Junior Leadership Group L/House distributing rosemary to Vietnam Vets. Breakfast at Legacy House for visiting V.V. L/tees. Breakfast co-ordinator Executive officer Terry Walsh.' vietnam veterans, march, rosemary -
Tramways/East Melbourne RSL Sub Branch - RSL Victoria Listing id: 27511Memorabilia - Commemorative Plaque, Vietnam Veterans Parade Sydney 1987 Participants plaque, 1987
... Was given to commemorate the homecoming of the Vietnam War Vets, as there was no formal welcome home at the actual end of the Vietnam War. ...Tramways/East Melbourne RSL Sub Branch - RSL Victoria Listing id: 27511 391 Gore Street Fitzroy melbourne Was given to commemorate the homecoming of the Vietnam War Vets, as there was no formal welcome home at the actual end of the Vietnam War. ...Was given to commemorate the homecoming of the Vietnam War Vets, as there was no formal welcome home at the actual end of the Vietnam War. This group of veterans were the first group to be not given a formal welcome parade at the end of their service. This parade occurred 25 years after the Vietnam War, and signified the changed attitudes around the services performed by these men. This plaque commemorates the welcome home parade for all Vietnam Veterans 25 years after the war finished. It was intended to show the appreciation and good will of the Australian people in stark contrast to the bad feelings demonstrated to Servicemen an d women on their initial returns.Plaque commemorating the Vietnam Veterans Welcome Home Parade in Sydney 1987. Image shows a map of Australia, with the Australian Flag visible. Text reads ' Vietnam Veterans Parade Sydney 1987. Australian Vietnam Forces.'VIETNAM VETERANS PARADE/ SYDNEY 1987/ AUSTRALIAN VIETNAM FORCESvietnam, vietnam war, sydney, australian vietnam forces, vietnam veterans parade sydney 1987 -
Melbourne LegacyBadge, I help Legacy Badge, 1996
... It says 'I help Legacy. Vets Connect. Vietnam Veterans Motorcycle Ride around Australia 1996 in support of Legacy.'...A record of an event in 1996 that supported Legacy organised by the Vietnam Veterans' Motorcycle Club. legacy promotion fundraising vietnam veterans Round metal badge x 2 with blue background, the Legacy torch and a yellow map of Australia. It says 'I help Legacy. Vets ...A badge that was produced to promote a Vietnam Veterans' Motorcycle ride around Australia in 1996 in support of Legacy. An article in Trove shows a VetAffairs newsletter in July 1996 saying that 110 Vietnam veteran bikers spent 46 days in May and June 1996 riding over 14,000 kms to connect with veterans around the country. The Vietnam Veterans' Motorcycle Club organised the ride to raise awareness for Legacy who was looking after more than 122,000 widows and 2,000 children throughout Australia. The symbol of Legacy is the Torch and Wreath of Laurel. The Torch signifies the undying flame of service and sacrifice of those who gave their lives for their country. The Wreath of Laurel is the symbol of our remembrance of them. A record of an event in 1996 that supported Legacy organised by the Vietnam Veterans' Motorcycle Club.Round metal badge x 2 with blue background, the Legacy torch and a yellow map of Australia. It says 'I help Legacy. Vets Connect. Vietnam Veterans Motorcycle Ride around Australia 1996 in support of Legacy.'legacy promotion, fundraising, vietnam veterans -
Greensborough Historical SocietyArticle, Vietnam vet, Justin the dog feature in revived timber war memorial, by Carolyn Webb, 23/04/2019
... Vietnam vet, Justin the dog feature in revived timber war memorial, by Carolyn Webb...Greensborough Historical Society 34A Glenauburn Road Lower Plenty Lower Plenty melbourne Bill Cantwell, Vietnam veteran, was the model for the new sculptures in Greensborough War Memorial Park bill cantwell greensborough war memorial park homefront sculptures homefront project 1 p. transcribed article with colour photograph Vietnam vet, Justin the dog feature in revived timber war memorial, by Carolyn Webb Article Carolyn Webb The Age Carolyn Webb The Age ...Bill Cantwell, Vietnam veteran, was the model for the new sculptures in Greensborough War Memorial Park 1 p. transcribed article with colour photographbill cantwell, greensborough war memorial park, homefront sculptures, homefront project -
Monbulk RSL Sub BranchBook, Brolga Publishing, A Vietnam vet's remarkable life : the true meaning of mateship, 2012
... Ill, p.267. A Vietnam vet's remarkable life : the true meaning of mateship Book Brolga Publishing John Thompson ...It's 1967 and Jethro is a 20-year-old Aussie lad who is about to take up his new posting in Vietnam. Five months later Jethro is on his way home in a medic chopper with a third of his body blown away: one leg is amputated, his right hand and half of his left hand - gone. And so begins Jethro's journey back to a whole life. This is the story of a wounded soldier and what happens to survivors.Ill, p.267.non-fictionIt's 1967 and Jethro is a 20-year-old Aussie lad who is about to take up his new posting in Vietnam. Five months later Jethro is on his way home in a medic chopper with a third of his body blown away: one leg is amputated, his right hand and half of his left hand - gone. And so begins Jethro's journey back to a whole life. This is the story of a wounded soldier and what happens to survivors.vietnam war 1961-1975 – australian involvement, vietnam war 1961-1975 – personal recollections – australia -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)Print - In a Gold Timber Frame is a Coloured Print with a White Matt of Several Items of Clothing and a Black and White Photograph, 'Let Time Redeem' by Alfred Engel
... Vietnam veteran. He has captured the experience in a way that will be extremely moving to the vast majority of vets. ...Vietnam veteran. He has captured the experience in a way that will be extremely moving to the vast majority of vets. ...Leading Australian Realist artist, Alfred Engel painted "Let Time Redeem" inspired by the memories and mementos of a close mate - A Vietnam veteran. He has captured the experience in a way that will be extremely moving to the vast majority of vets. Alfred has kindly donated the copyright, and allowed a limited edition of 1000 prints, all proceeds of which are to be donated to support the work of Vietnam Veterans organizations.In a gold timber frame with white matt is a coloured print depicting contents of soldiers closet, which includes a green cotton drill shirt with a red poppy in the left hand pocket, a pair of black leather boots, Vietnam service medals, dog tags, canvas water bag, knife if it leather pouch, rifle casings, giggle hat, torch, small teddy bear etc/Print No:102/1000 Signed print, memorbilia, alfred engel - artist, let time redeem -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)Book - A Vietnam Vet's Remarkable Life, Thompson, John 'Jethro', A Vietnam Vet's Remarkable Life: The True Meaning Of Mateship
... Five months later he returns home - doctors don't expect him to survive his horrendous wounds, This is the remarkable true story of Jethro's journey: his struggles to cope with enormous physical pain and the psychological effects of becoming a triple amputee, and the people who teach him the true meaning of mateship. A Vietnam Vet's Remarkable Life: The True Meaning Of Mateship Book A Vietnam Vet's Remarkable Life Thompson, John 'Jethro' ...January 1967, John 'Jethro' Thompson is a 21 year old Aussie Digger on his way to the war in South Vietnam. Five months later he returns home - doctors don't expect him to survive his horrendous wounds, This is the remarkable true story of Jethro's journey: his struggles to cope with enormous physical pain and the psychological effects of becoming a triple amputee, and the people who teach him the true meaning of mateship.January 1967, John 'Jethro' Thompson is a 21 year old Aussie Digger on his way to the war in South Vietnam. Five months later he returns home - doctors don't expect him to survive his horrendous wounds, This is the remarkable true story of Jethro's journey: his struggles to cope with enormous physical pain and the psychological effects of becoming a triple amputee, and the people who teach him the true meaning of mateship.soldier, wounded soldier, vietnam, aussie digger, john 'jethro' thompson, sgt brett nolen, lt joe cazey -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)Book, Lanning, Michael Lee ed, Tours of Duty: Vietnam War Stories, 2014
... National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM) 25 Veterans Drive Newhaven phillip-island-and-the-bass-coast Vietnam War 1961 - 1975 Personal narratives American Soldiers - United States - Biography - Ancedotes These are the stories Vietnam vets tell over beers at Legion halls and VFW posts - stories of young men tangled up in the chaos of landing zones and nameless jungle hill, in the boredom of base camps, in the confusion of a controversial war. ...These are the stories Vietnam vets tell over beers at Legion halls and VFW posts - stories of young men tangled up in the chaos of landing zones and nameless jungle hill, in the boredom of base camps, in the confusion of a controversial war.These are the stories Vietnam vets tell over beers at Legion halls and VFW posts - stories of young men tangled up in the chaos of landing zones and nameless jungle hill, in the boredom of base camps, in the confusion of a controversial war.vietnam war, 1961 - 1975, personal narratives, american, soldiers - united states - biography - ancedotes -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)Book, Spencer, Ernest, Welcome to Vietnam, Macho Man: Reflections of a Khe Sanh Vet. (Copy 2)
... Welcome to Vietnam, Macho Man: Reflections of a Khe Sanh Vet. (Copy 2)...Welcome to Vietnam, Macho Man: Reflections of a Khe Sanh Vet. (Copy 2) Book Spencer, Ernest ...It was the autumn of 1967. the Marines barricaded the Khe Sanh were surrounded by four divisions of NVA. Rockets and long-range artillery pounded them for seventy-seven days.It was the autumn of 1967. the Marines barricaded the Khe Sanh were surrounded by four divisions of NVA. Rockets and long-range artillery pounded them for seventy-seven days. vietnam, 1968, battle of khe sanh, u.s. marines, nva -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)Book, Kubey, Craig,Addlestone, David, The Viet Vet Survival Guide: How To Cut Through T Bureaucracy And Get What You Need - And Are Entitled Tohe
... Veterans' Administration - Booklets manuals Vietnam War 1961-1975 - United States - Booklets manuals The United States government has not fulfilled its moral contract with you, the men and women who risked - and sometimes ruined - your lives in the service of your country. But now there is help. The Viet Vet ...The United States government has not fulfilled its moral contract with you, the men and women who risked - and sometimes ruined - your lives in the service of your country. But now there is help.The United States government has not fulfilled its moral contract with you, the men and women who risked - and sometimes ruined - your lives in the service of your country. But now there is help.united states. veterans' administration - booklets, manuals, vietnam war, 1961-1975 - united states - booklets, manuals -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)Book, Thompson, John 'Jethro', A Vietnam Vet's Remarkable Life: The True Meaning Of Mateship
... Five months later he returns home - doctors don't expect him to survive his horrendous wounds, This is the remarkable true story of Jethro's journey: his struggles to cope with enormous physical pain and the psychological effects of becoming a triple amputee, and the people who teach him the true meaning of mateship. A Vietnam Vet's Remarkable Life: The True Meaning Of Mateship Book Thompson, John 'Jethro' ...January 1967, John 'Jethro' Thompson is a 21 year old Aussie Digger on his way to the war in South Vietnam. Five months later he returns home - doctors don't expect him to survive his horrendous wounds, This is the remarkable true story of Jethro's journey: his struggles to cope with enormous physical pain and the psychological effects of becoming a triple amputee, and the people who teach him the true meaning of mateship.January 1967, John 'Jethro' Thompson is a 21 year old Aussie Digger on his way to the war in South Vietnam. Five months later he returns home - doctors don't expect him to survive his horrendous wounds, This is the remarkable true story of Jethro's journey: his struggles to cope with enormous physical pain and the psychological effects of becoming a triple amputee, and the people who teach him the true meaning of mateship.soldier, wounded soldier, vietnam, aussie digger, john 'jethro' thompson, sgt brett nolen, lt joe cazey -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)Book, Fortunate Son: The Healing of a Vietnam Vet: An Autobiography By Lewis B Puller, Jr
... Fortunate Son: The Healing of a Vietnam Vet: An Autobiography By Lewis B Puller, Jr....Fortunate Son: The Healing of a Vietnam Vet: An Autobiography By Lewis B Puller, Jr. ...Fortunate Son, like its protagonist, is frank, tough, and completely honest. On the surface, it is the story of a man's emergence from the shadow of a famous father, only to be challenged by war, crippling injury and alcoholism. but underneath, fortunate Son is an absorbing, inspiring, and very personal tale of how grit, courage, and the love of a good woman combined to overcome repeated adversity. This is compelling reading for anyone who wants to understand how deeply the Vietnam War affected its veterans on an individual, personal level.Fortunate Son, like its protagonist, is frank, tough, and completely honest. On the surface, it is the story of a man's emergence from the shadow of a famous father, only to be challenged by war, crippling injury and alcoholism. but underneath, fortunate Son is an absorbing, inspiring, and very personal tale of how grit, courage, and the love of a good woman combined to overcome repeated adversity. This is compelling reading for anyone who wants to understand how deeply the Vietnam War affected its veterans on an individual, personal level.military - vietnam war, lewis b. puller, united states - marine corps, president ford -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)Book, Spencer, Ernest, Welcome to Vietnam, Macho Man: Reflections of a Khe Sanh Vet. (Copy 1)
... Welcome to Vietnam, Macho Man: Reflections of a Khe Sanh Vet. (Copy 1)....Welcome to Vietnam, Macho Man: Reflections of a Khe Sanh Vet. (Copy 1). Book Book Spencer, Ernest ...It was the autumn of 1967. the Marines barricaded the Khe Sanh were surrounded by four divisions of NVA. Rockets and long-range artillery pounded them for seventy-seven days.It was the autumn of 1967. the Marines barricaded the Khe Sanh were surrounded by four divisions of NVA. Rockets and long-range artillery pounded them for seventy-seven days. vietnam, 1968, battle of khe sanh, u.s. marines, nva -
National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM)Book, Caputo, Philip, Indian Country
... National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM) 25 Veterans Drive Newhaven phillip-island-and-the-bass-coast Vietnam War 1961-1975 - Veterans - Fiction Post traumatic stress disorder - Fiction The intensity of pain and catharsis in Indian Country transcends the 'vet novel' to reach the very essence of life. ...The intensity of pain and catharsis in Indian Country transcends the 'vet novel' to reach the very essence of life.The intensity of pain and catharsis in Indian Country transcends the 'vet novel' to reach the very essence of life.vietnam war, 1961-1975 - veterans - fiction, post traumatic stress disorder - fiction
