Take The Time To Talk To a War Veteran

Let’s take a break from talking about the events of World War II for a minute, and focus on the people who were there and fought for the freedom of the world. These veterans who have defended the flag and the country they serve deserve everyone’s respect, and they deserve to have their stories told.

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Many of them come back different people than the ones who were deployed. Many of them were changed by the war and the times. Many of them find that upon return, everything is different. 

Take time to talk to war veterans, and not just from World War II, but from all the other wars. You’ll see how much all of them have in common. You’ll see that they need certain things that they might not have, such as decent healthcare and therapy. These two things are the bare necessities that soldiers deserve for putting their lives on the line. 

Talking to war veterans, you’ll understand how hard it is for them to be living in the now, with minimal pay. Affected by constant inflation, you’ll realize that they need financial help and that many of them are too proud to ask for it. 

You’ll also come to understand after talking to a veteran that they also deserve their own piece of land and a place to call home, after all, they put their lives on the line and fought tooth and nail for that and all the pieces of land in the country. 

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One Snappy Salute To War Veterans Everywhere

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It feels like on so many levels, we, as a society, have failed our war veterans. Sure, there are days when we remember them, like Memorial Day and Independence Day, but for the rest of the year, we go about our daily lives not giving a second thought to what they’ve done and what we’re able to do because of them.

Today’s generation just seems ambivalent to so many things, including war veterans. Countless of those who’ve served in tours over the decades are now living in hardship with scars, both physically and mentally, sustained from the horrifying experiences of the war. Combine that with the fact that many of these veterans have served in more than a single tour, and you’ll know that they deserve way more respect than what society gives them.

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So many of these men and women who’ve fought for our country could’ve just stayed at home with their families and take up regular jobs. But no. They chose to spend their days in places with imminent danger, patrolling areas with hostile forces around, just so every American, not just their own families, can live in peace.

There are ways to show our appreciation for what war veterans have done, and they won’t even take a lot of time and effort. Spare some time to talk to them, and maybe you’ll learn a thing or two about history.

Hi! I'm John Eilermann. I love reading about World War II since I was young. Follow me on Twitter to learn more about me and the things I’m passionate about.