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Forever a Soldier: Unforgettable Stories of Wartime Service

This guide serves as a companion to the second Veterans History Project book entitled "Forever a Soldier," which relates 37 tales of servicemen and women who served our country in every major war from World War I through the conflict in Iraq.

Introduction

Forever a Soldier book cover
Book cover of Forever a Soldier: Unforgettable Stories of Wartime Service. 2005. Library of Congress Veterans History Project. View fuller bibliographic information about this title in the Library of Congress Online Catalog

Every veteran has his or her own war, and each is custodian of a unique story and memories. At the Veterans History Project, we treasure the personal narratives sent to us by veterans from all wars. Vivid as if they happened yesterday, these heartfelt accounts make us laugh, cry and remember. The stories are not a formal history of war, but a treasure trove of individual feelings and personal recollections. As we build this unprecedented collection documenting both veterans and civilians and their EXPERIENCES of war, we will introduce new themes on the Web site. Please join our effort by sending us your own recollections and memories. Each contribution makes this project all the more priceless. Learn how you can participate in The Veterans History Project.

"This is a great book. You will not forget these stories. Memorable!" 
– Larry King

This companion guide accompanies the second book of stories from the collections of the Veterans History Project. Forever a Soldier: Unforgettable Stories of Wartime Service contains 37 tales of servicemen and women who served our country in every major war from World War I through the current conflict in Iraq. Each chapter contains stories related to a common theme. All collections in the book may be accessed from this site.

About the Veterans History Project

The Veterans History Project (VHP) of the American Folklife Center collects, preserves, and makes accessible the personal accounts of American war veterans so that future generations may hear directly from veterans and better understand the realities of war.