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Who's Laughing Now, June Forte
Who's Laughing Now, June Forte
Mighty Pen Project Anthology & Archive
Using the chain of command as an appeal process, a woman soldier in the '70s reports her company commander and first sergeant to the brigade commander when her immediate superiors refuse to listen to her grievance.
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 …
Unintended Consequences, Ken Mick
Unintended Consequences, Ken Mick
Mighty Pen Project Anthology & Archive
A minor mistake by a supply officer nearly results in serious consequences when an Army pilot is left with the wrong ammunition.
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.
In-Danger Animals, James Crawford
In-Danger Animals, James Crawford
Mighty Pen Project Anthology & Archive
An Army Ranger reflects on his experiences with wild animals during his military career, especially an encounter with a tiger in the DMZ.
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.
Tim's Second Tour, John Price
Tim's Second Tour, John Price
Mighty Pen Project Anthology & Archive
A veteran grieves the death of his son, a soldier killed in action abroad.
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.
Home Now, Malik Hodari
Home Now, Malik Hodari
Mighty Pen Project Anthology & Archive
A soldier begins to find his way home after returning from 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.
Mettle Under The Stars, June Forte
Mettle Under The Stars, June Forte
Mighty Pen Project Anthology & Archive
A woman in her 30s enlists in the Army in pursuit of the GI Bill education benefits. Through her assignment as a photojournalist at Fort Carson, she came to know three Fourth Infantry Division Generals whose strengths of character and leadership styles profoundly influenced her 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. …
Jc Iii, David Aldridge
Jc Iii, David Aldridge
Mighty Pen Project Anthology & Archive
A soldier deals with unexpected circumstances and human error while trying to keep his unit alive during combat in 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.
Bent Nose Row, Joe Maslanka
Bent Nose Row, Joe Maslanka
Mighty Pen Project Anthology & Archive
A young man joins a boxing club and learns some hard lessons about the world.
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.
Moaner, David Aldridge
Moaner, David Aldridge
Mighty Pen Project Anthology & Archive
Every unit in the military has one of these, it seems, the constant complainer. This one in Vietnam learned a tough lesson.
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.
Into The Unknown, Ken Mick
Into The Unknown, Ken Mick
Mighty Pen Project Anthology & Archive
An Army pilot grapples with the consequences of captured gear during a mission in Vietnam—what appears to be friendly fire may not be as simple as it looks.
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 Severe Clear Day, June Forte
A Severe Clear Day, June Forte
Mighty Pen Project Anthology & Archive
An Army veteran and Department of Defense civil servant shares her experiences and actions at the Pentagon on 9/11.
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.
Eyesore, Laura Bender
Eyesore, Laura Bender
Mighty Pen Project Anthology & Archive
A chaplain bears witness to the cost of war.
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.
Peep Show, Joe Maslanka
Peep Show, Joe Maslanka
Mighty Pen Project Anthology & Archive
An Army veteran reaches out to protect the younger generation when a teen wanders into an adult video shop.
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.
Pitchers And Catchers, David Aldridge
Pitchers And Catchers, David Aldridge
Mighty Pen Project Anthology & Archive
A soldier in Vietnam deals with a personnel issue immediately following his assignment to three-six; two male soldiers involved in what was at the time a violation of military code.
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 …
Scramble, Ken Mick
Scramble, Ken Mick
Mighty Pen Project Anthology & Archive
An Army pilot takes on a mission in Vietnam with a tricky gun and a rookie partner.
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.
New Car Smell, Ken Mick
New Car Smell, Ken Mick
Mighty Pen Project Anthology & Archive
An Army pilot recounts the initiation of a new helicopter during a mission.
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 Company, David Aldridge
The Company, David Aldridge
Mighty Pen Project Anthology & Archive
A soldier returning to Vietnam for his second tour is mistaken for a VIP and enjoys some accidental perks on his way to rejoin his friends.
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 …
A Century In Uniform: Military Women In American Films, Introduction, Stacy Fowler, Deborah A. Deacon
A Century In Uniform: Military Women In American Films, Introduction, Stacy Fowler, Deborah A. Deacon
Faculty Articles
From silents of the early American motion picture era through 21st century films, this book offers a decade-by-decade examination of portrayals of women in the military. The full range of genres is explored, along with films created by today's military women about their experiences.
Laws regarding women in the service are analyzed, along with discussion of the challenges they have faced in the push for full participation and of the changing societal attitudes through the years.