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The Sphere, Charles Williamson
The Sphere, Charles Williamson
Mighty Pen Project Anthology & Archive
A trio of soldiers lie in wait for their targets and contemplate existence.
Articles, stories, and other compositions in this archive were written by participants in the Mighty Pen Project. The program, developed by author David L. Robbins, and in partnership with Virginia Commonwealth University and the Virginia War Memorial in Richmond, Virginia, offers veterans and their family members a customized twelve-week writing class, free of charge. The program encourages, supports, and assists participants in sharing their stories and experiences of military experience so both writer and audience may benefit.
We Leave In Peace, Dustin Dunbar
We Leave In Peace, Dustin Dunbar
Mighty Pen Project Anthology & Archive
A soldier steps up when members of his unit are wounded.
Articles, stories, and other compositions in this archive were written by participants in the Mighty Pen Project. The program, developed by author David L. Robbins, and in partnership with Virginia Commonwealth University and the Virginia War Memorial in Richmond, Virginia, offers veterans and their family members a customized twelve-week writing class, free of charge. The program encourages, supports, and assists participants in sharing their stories and experiences of military experience so both writer and audience may benefit.
Bank Left, Cam Torrens
Bank Left, Cam Torrens
Mighty Pen Project Anthology & Archive
An air force pilot needs to choose his copilot.
Articles, stories, and other compositions in this archive were written by participants in the Mighty Pen Project. The program, developed by author David L. Robbins, and in partnership with Virginia Commonwealth University and the Virginia War Memorial in Richmond, Virginia, offers veterans and their family members a customized twelve-week writing class, free of charge. The program encourages, supports, and assists participants in sharing their stories and experiences of military experience so both writer and audience may benefit.
The Greatest Shitshow On Earth, Margaret Compton
The Greatest Shitshow On Earth, Margaret Compton
Mighty Pen Project Anthology & Archive
The wife of an anti-terror special forces pilot fights to protect her family when her husband suffers severe PTSD, then succumbs to alcoholism.
Articles, stories, and other compositions in this archive were written by participants in the Mighty Pen Project. The program, developed by author David L. Robbins, and in partnership with Virginia Commonwealth University and the Virginia War Memorial in Richmond, Virginia, offers veterans and their family members a customized twelve-week writing class, free of charge. The program encourages, supports, and assists participants in sharing their stories and experiences of military experience so both writer and audience may benefit.
The Sentry, David Aldridge
The Sentry, David Aldridge
Mighty Pen Project Anthology & Archive
An experienced grunt walks point in Vietnam, hearing a special Voice that keeps him and his men alive in the jungle.
Articles, stories, and other compositions in this archive were written by participants in the Mighty Pen Project. The program, developed by author David L. Robbins, and in partnership with Virginia Commonwealth University and the Virginia War Memorial in Richmond, Virginia, offers veterans and their family members a customized twelve-week writing class, free of charge. The program encourages, supports, and assists participants in sharing their stories and experiences of military experience so both writer and audience may benefit.
Swing Low, Laurel Mchargue
Swing Low, Laurel Mchargue
Mighty Pen Project Anthology & Archive
A young West Point graduate on the rise in the army chooses her family over her service, and looks back on the choice with both compassion and regret.
Articles, stories, and other compositions in this archive were written by participants in the Mighty Pen Project. The program, developed by author David L. Robbins, and in partnership with Virginia Commonwealth University and the Virginia War Memorial in Richmond, Virginia, offers veterans and their family members a customized twelve-week writing class, free of charge. The program encourages, supports, and assists participants in sharing their stories and experiences of military experience so both …
A Fighting Chance, Michael Barr
A Fighting Chance, Michael Barr
Mighty Pen Project Anthology & Archive
Stuck with a jerk for a roommate, a young Army recruit makes his choice, and tastes his first violence in uniform.
Articles, stories, and other compositions in this archive were written by participants in the Mighty Pen Project. The program, developed by author David L. Robbins, and in partnership with Virginia Commonwealth University and the Virginia War Memorial in Richmond, Virginia, offers veterans and their family members a customized twelve-week writing class, free of charge. The program encourages, supports, and assists participants in sharing their stories and experiences of military experience so both writer and audience may benefit.
Sunec, David Schlitz
Sunec, David Schlitz
Mighty Pen Project Anthology & Archive
A twenty-year Coastie looks back on his icebreaking service north of the Arctic Circle, his rowdy shipmates, and the time of his life.
Articles, stories, and other compositions in this archive were written by participants in the Mighty Pen Project. The program, developed by author David L. Robbins, and in partnership with Virginia Commonwealth University and the Virginia War Memorial in Richmond, Virginia, offers veterans and their family members a customized twelve-week writing class, free of charge. The program encourages, supports, and assists participants in sharing their stories and experiences of military experience so both writer and audience may benefit.
A Couch, Cam Torrens
A Couch, Cam Torrens
Mighty Pen Project Anthology & Archive
In the wake of 9/11, a pilot chooses returning to command over comforting his family.
Articles, stories, and other compositions in this archive were written by participants in the Mighty Pen Project. The program, developed by author David L. Robbins, and in partnership with Virginia Commonwealth University and the Virginia War Memorial in Richmond, Virginia, offers veterans and their family members a customized twelve-week writing class, free of charge. The program encourages, supports, and assists participants in sharing their stories and experiences of military experience so both writer and audience may benefit.
Kuwaiti Exchange, Laura Bender
Kuwaiti Exchange, Laura Bender
Mighty Pen Project Anthology & Archive
At the Kuwaiti Exchange, it seems unimaginable that heat and suffering can be just a few meters away.
Articles, stories, and other compositions in this archive were written by participants in the Mighty Pen Project. The program, developed by author David L. Robbins, and in partnership with Virginia Commonwealth University and the Virginia War Memorial in Richmond, Virginia, offers veterans and their family members a customized twelve-week writing class, free of charge. The program encourages, supports, and assists participants in sharing their stories and experiences of military experience so both writer and audience may benefit.
Jody, John Price
Jody, John Price
Mighty Pen Project Anthology & Archive
A young man learns some valuable life lessons before joining the army when he gets involved with a soldier's wife.
Articles, stories, and other compositions in this archive were written by participants in the Mighty Pen Project. The program, developed by author David L. Robbins, and in partnership with Virginia Commonwealth University and the Virginia War Memorial in Richmond, Virginia, offers veterans and their family members a customized twelve-week writing class, free of charge. The program encourages, supports, and assists participants in sharing their stories and experiences of military experience so both writer and audience may benefit.
So, You Spin On Your Head, Daniel Barotti
So, You Spin On Your Head, Daniel Barotti
Mighty Pen Project Anthology & Archive
A sailor goes through the nerve-wracking process of entering the nuclear navy.
Articles, stories, and other compositions in this archive were written by participants in the Mighty Pen Project. The program, developed by author David L. Robbins, and in partnership with Virginia Commonwealth University and the Virginia War Memorial in Richmond, Virginia, offers veterans and their family members a customized twelve-week writing class, free of charge. The program encourages, supports, and assists participants in sharing their stories and experiences of military experience so both writer and audience may benefit.
Alpha Male, Jim Dyk
Alpha Male, Jim Dyk
Mighty Pen Project Anthology & Archive
A pilot reflects on conversations had with his colleagues before and after flying in combat during Vietnam.
Articles, stories, and other compositions in this archive were written by participants in the Mighty Pen Project. The program, developed by author David L. Robbins, and in partnership with Virginia Commonwealth University and the Virginia War Memorial in Richmond, Virginia, offers veterans and their family members a customized twelve-week writing class, free of charge. The program encourages, supports, and assists participants in sharing their stories and experiences of military experience so both writer and audience may benefit.
Old Joe, Ron Bland
Old Joe, Ron Bland
Mighty Pen Project Anthology & Archive
In Vietnam, an old elephant wanders an abandoned plantation, striking wonder and sadness in a young Army helicopter gunner.
Articles, stories, and other compositions in this archive were written by participants in the Mighty Pen Project. The program, developed by author David L. Robbins, and in partnership with Virginia Commonwealth University and the Virginia War Memorial in Richmond, Virginia, offers veterans and their family members a customized twelve-week writing class, free of charge. The program encourages, supports, and assists participants in sharing their stories and experiences of military experience so both writer and audience may benefit.
Less Than, Ron Bland
Less Than, Ron Bland
Mighty Pen Project Anthology & Archive
“It takes fifty years for some Vietnam veterans to come home.” Thus begins this beautiful contemplation on armed service, forgiveness, and memory.
Articles, stories, and other compositions in this archive were written by participants in the Mighty Pen Project. The program, developed by author David L. Robbins, and in partnership with Virginia Commonwealth University and the Virginia War Memorial in Richmond, Virginia, offers veterans and their family members a customized twelve-week writing class, free of charge. The program encourages, supports, and assists participants in sharing their stories and experiences of military experience so both writer and audience may benefit.