Soldier In the Hole
I would like to share a story that very much explains the situation that many veterans face.There is a soldier who is stuck in a hole and can’t get out. An NCO comes by and gives the soldier a shovel and tells him to dig himself out. The soldier tries, but on his own the […]
About Shadow Chaser
History: the term “Shadow Chaser” started In Vietnam for our group who were chasing the shadows in black pajamas across the borders from-to Vietnam, Loas and Cambodia. They became like shadows, unseen, but there, until we ran into them.Then we became shadow chasers, we were like ghosts intercepting and eliminating them in the jungles and […]
Red Flag Laws
Many states have already passed, and more are about to pass red flag laws. Presently the federal government is trying to pass a nationwide red flag bill. My state of Oregon has had one in effect for over a year with numerous abuses. No one was able to vote on the passing.These red flag laws […]
My Motivation
As a Vietnam veteran I remember the way we were treated upon returning stateside, the main reason I did multiple tours in country was to avoid stateside. All veterans bring back emotional scars of war, every generation. The closer to the heart the greater the scars.Unlike WWll and the Iraq/ Afghanistan vets (especially the gulf […]
Military Tribute
” War is an ugly thing, but not the ugliest of things. The decayed and degraded state of moral and patriotic feeling which thinks that nothing is worth war is much worse. The person who has nothing for which he is willing to fight, nothing which is more important than his own personal safety, is […]
Discharged Soldiers
Many veterans face problems upon return to civilian life after military service. Most extend military service at an early age before they had established their life skills and goals. Many had limited civilian employment experiences and limited world view.They left behind family and friends who were their support net and those supporters moved on with […]
Has Homeless Veterans Increased?
Homeless Veterans – Increasing Or Decreasing? California, Florida, Texas and Washington, four states that had the highest number of veterans in their communities together, comprised about 70% homeless veterans in America. The HUD report focuses on the fact that 28 states had decreases in the number of homeless veterans, which is a positive trend. Why […]
How Can We Help Homeless Veterans?
Veteran Homelessness – And Ways We Can Help Them American veterans have given up and put their lives at risk to protect the country and the citizens in their home country of the United States. They’ve been separated from their families and placed in dangerous situations where death or injury is a real possibility. Yet, […]
Homeless Veterans Hotline Number
Phone Number For Homeless Veterans – Veteran Warrior Outreach There is no reason to live in a homeless situation. In addition, add a dose of compassion or even some self-interest (decreasing the enormous costs of wellness programs, healthcare facility services and prison time), and you’ll quickly arrive at an understanding that homeless is a problem […]
How To Donate To Homeless Veterans
Boots On The Ground – Help Support Veterans In Crisis Giving back to homeless veterans is a terrific way to show your appreciation for their sacrifices. You can assist homeless veterans whether you are an individual or an organization. If you have a particular skill or are an organization, you can donate food, clothing, food, […]
