{"id":3744,"date":"2021-05-26T11:32:47","date_gmt":"2021-05-26T15:32:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/?p=3744"},"modified":"2025-03-11T12:38:59","modified_gmt":"2025-03-11T16:38:59","slug":"commemorating-memorial-day-at-work","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thediversitymovement.com\/commemorating-memorial-day-at-work\/","title":{"rendered":"Commemorating U.S. Memorial Day at Work"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><button id=\"listenButton1\" class=\"responsivevoice-button\" type=\"button\" value=\"Play\" title=\"ResponsiveVoice Tap to Start\/Stop Speech\"><span>&#128266; Listen to this article<\/span><\/button>\n        <script>\n            listenButton1.onclick = function(){\n                if(responsiveVoice.isPlaying()){\n                    responsiveVoice.cancel();\n                }else{\n                    responsiveVoice.speak(\"Memorial Day, observed in the United States on the last Monday in May, is the final day of Military Appreciation Month.\u00a0 People typically celebrate the holiday with activities like cookouts and BBQs, flash sales, and pool parties, which begs the question: is this really the best way to celebrate Memorial Day? After all, wasn\u2019t this holiday founded to honor and commemorate those who sacrificed their lives for our country?\u00a0 It\u2019s true that nearly every U.S. national holiday has been commercialized: Thanksgiving, Valentine\u2019s Day, and arguably more than any other, Christmas. But the commercialization of holidays like Memorial Day and Veterans Day seems especially irksome. Considering that context, here are our best tips to help your organization observe this holiday appropriately.\u00a0 Below, you\u2019ll find some key data points as well as best practices for celebrating Memorial Day at work. The Numbers First, let\u2019s dig into some data. Memorial Day is meant to honor all of the people who have died while serving in all of the U.S. military branches. Although remembrances, celebrations, and common images of veterans often focus on the military service of those who fought in World War I, World War II, the Korean War, or the Vietnam War, it\u2019s important to remember that a veteran is not only an elderly person who served decades ago. Servicepeople come from all generations and demographics.\u00a0 Both living veterans and armed service members who died in service can be as young as their teenage years and may have served in a whole host of battles, wars, occupations, or deployments like The Gulf War, Afghanistan, Iraq, and dozens of others. If we look at the number of military fatalities in all major wars involving the U.S, from 1775 to 2024, the total number is over 1.3 million people. When we consider the effect of those individual deaths on family, friends, neighbors, teachers, co-workers, etc., it\u2019s easy to see that almost no Americans\u2019 life has been untouched by the ultimate sacrifices of our armed services members.\u00a0 In other words, the odds are good that a significant portion of your workforce has been impacted by military service -- either their own or someone else\u2019s -- making it ever more important to commemorate Memorial Day with respect, appreciation, and empathy. Actions to Take First and foremost, acknowledge the day and what it stands for. Consider sending an internal newsletter that quickly details the history of Memorial Day and the actions your organization is taking to support veterans and military families. Maybe your organization has an ERG (employee resource group) specifically for veterans. Maybe you have a mentorship program in place, or maybe you are thinking about starting one. Wherever you are on your inclusion journey, make sure to outline the steps you are taking and plan to take to foster an inclusive and welcoming environment.\u00a0 Make sure to also acknowledge that a percentage of your employees may have lost loved ones who served in the military and thus might be less productive and more distracted in the days leading up to and following Memorial Day. Make sure to give employees the space they need to grieve before returning to work. Granting employees grace and space demonstrates empathy and increases productivity in the long run. Also, take a moment to personally recognize the veterans and military families within your organization. Ask if any of the veterans, military family members, or friends in your organization would like to share photos or stories to highlight their lost loved ones. Communicate these stories both internally and externally via email, social, etc. Sometimes the simple act of listening to someone\u2019s story can be the most meaningful. Consider donating time or money as well. Come together as an organization to donate to causes such as FallenPatriots.org, which raises money to provide college education to the 20,000 children who have lost a parent who was an active service person in the military over the last 35 years. Maybe your organization can afford to match employee donations.\u00a0 A company-wide day of service is also a great idea, as these events are often the most successful volunteer programs that companies have. Visit a local VA hospital, homeless shelter, USO center, or other facility where veterans or their families may benefit from your service. \u00a0 You may also want to shop at more veteran-owned businesses or consider recruiting more veteran talent through veteran-driven job boards like MilitaryHire.com. Veterans often face challenges when moving into civilian jobs because their resumes don\u2019t line up 1-to-1 with job qualifications. However, it\u2019s important to note that the skills they\u2019ve learned through their service are transferable and lead to important soft skills such as clear communication, management skills, discipline and focus, and more. Finally, listen, read, watch, and learn. Listen to podcasts produced by veterans or military families, read books, watch movies, and take. it. in. Make sure you are focused and present in these moments; turn off your phone, close your laptop, and be open to what you may learn along the way. Consider some of our suggestions for learning, below. Memorial Day has the power to be a well-acknowledged and celebrated holiday within your organization, or it can come across as just another three-day weekend. As a leader, you have the responsibility to strive for a truly respectful celebration, so put together an initial plan, then iterate and evolve it, year after year. A dedicated effort is all it takes to create major impact.\u00a0 Movies and Documentaries Black Hawk Down Father Soldier Son Glory The Ground Truth The Longest Day Of Men and War Restrepo Schindler\u2019s List They Shall Not Grow Old The War Tapes Podcasts DAV Podcast Holding Down the Fort The Spouse Angle Veterans Chronicles Veterans in America Books Angel of Death Fire and Forget Here, Bullet A Lifetime at War Lone Survivor SEAL Team Six Soldiers Once: My Brother and the Lost Dreams of America\u2019s Veterans Then I Came Home The Things They Carried\", \"US English Male\");\n                }\n            };\n        <\/script>\n    <\/br><br \/>\n<span class=\"TextRun SCXW41490767 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW41490767 BCX0\">Memorial Day<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW41490767 BCX0\">, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW41490767 BCX0\">observed<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW41490767 BCX0\"> in the United States on the last Monday <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW41490767 BCX0\">in <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW41490767 BCX0\">May<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW41490767 BCX0\">,<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW41490767 BCX0\"> is <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW41490767 BCX0\">the final day of <\/span><\/span><a class=\"Hyperlink SCXW41490767 BCX0\" href=\"https:\/\/www.uso.org\/stories\/2699-what-is-military-appreciation-month?ref=tdmlibrary.thediversitymovement.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW41490767 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW41490767 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">Military Appreciation Month<\/span><\/span><\/a><span class=\"TextRun SCXW41490767 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW41490767 BCX0\">.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW41490767 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:450}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW99466209 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW99466209 BCX0\">People typically celebrate the holiday with<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW99466209 BCX0\">activities like cookouts and BBQs, flash sales, and pool parties, which begs the question: is this really the best way to celebrate Memorial Day? After all, wasn\u2019t this holiday founded to honor and commemorate those who sacrificed their lives for our country?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW99466209 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:450}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW128366480 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW128366480 BCX0\">It\u2019s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW128366480 BCX0\"> true that <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW128366480 BCX0\">nearly every<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW128366480 BCX0\"> U.S. national holiday has been commercialized: Thanksgiving, Valentine\u2019s Day, and <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW128366480 BCX0\">arguably more<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW128366480 BCX0\"> than any other, Christmas. But the commercialization of holidays like Memorial Day and Veterans Day seems especially irksome. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW128366480 BCX0\">Considering<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW128366480 BCX0\"> that context, here are our best tips to help your organization <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW128366480 BCX0\">observe<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW128366480 BCX0\">this holiday appropriately.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW128366480 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:450}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Below, you\u2019ll find some key data points as well as best practices for celebrating Memorial Day at work.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>The Numbers<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW19550171 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW19550171 BCX0\">First, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW19550171 BCX0\">let\u2019s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW19550171 BCX0\"> dig into some data. Memorial Day is meant to honor <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW19550171 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun AdvancedProofingIssueV2Themed SCXW19550171 BCX0\">all<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW19550171 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun AdvancedProofingIssueV2Themed SCXW19550171 BCX0\"> of<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW19550171 BCX0\"> the people who have died while serving in <\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW19550171 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun AdvancedProofingIssueV2Themed SCXW19550171 BCX0\">all<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW19550171 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun AdvancedProofingIssueV2Themed SCXW19550171 BCX0\"> of<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW19550171 BCX0\"> the U.S. military branches. Although remembrances, celebrations, and common images of veterans often focus on the military service of those who fought in World War I, World War II, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW19550171 BCX0\">t<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW19550171 BCX0\">he Korean War, or <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW19550171 BCX0\">t<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW19550171 BCX0\">he Vietnam War, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW19550171 BCX0\">it\u2019s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW19550171 BCX0\"> important to remember that a veteran is not only an elderly person who served decades ago. <\/span><\/span><a class=\"Hyperlink SCXW19550171 BCX0\" href=\"https:\/\/www.pewresearch.org\/fact-tank\/2021\/04\/05\/the-changing-face-of-americas-veteran-population\/?ref=tdmlibrary.thediversitymovement.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW19550171 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW19550171 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">Servicepeople come from all generations and demographics<\/span><\/span><\/a><span class=\"TextRun SCXW19550171 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW19550171 BCX0\">.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW19550171 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:450}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW1427778 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW1427778 BCX0\">Both living veterans and armed service members who died in service can be as young as their teenage years and may have served in a whole host of battles, wars, occupations, or deployments like The Gulf War, Afghanistan, Iraq, and dozens of others. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW1427778 BCX0\">I<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW1427778 BCX0\">f we look at the number of military fatalities in all major wars involving the U.S, from 1775 to 202<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW1427778 BCX0\">4<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW1427778 BCX0\">, the total number is<\/span> <\/span><a class=\"Hyperlink SCXW1427778 BCX0\" href=\"https:\/\/www.statista.com\/statistics\/1009819\/total-us-military-fatalities-in-american-wars-1775-present\/?ref=tdmlibrary.thediversitymovement.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW1427778 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW1427778 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">over <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW1427778 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">1.3 million people<\/span><\/span><\/a><span class=\"TextRun SCXW1427778 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW1427778 BCX0\">. When we consider the effect of those individual deaths on family, friends, neighbors, teachers, co-workers, etc., <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW1427778 BCX0\">it\u2019s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW1427778 BCX0\"> easy to see that almost no Americans\u2019 life has been untouched by the ultimate sacrifices of our armed services members.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW1427778 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:450}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In other words, the odds are good that a significant portion of your workforce has been impacted by military service &#8212; either their own or someone else\u2019s &#8212; making it ever more important to commemorate Memorial Day with respect, appreciation, and empathy.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Actions to Take<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW125376536 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125376536 BCX0\">First and foremost<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125376536 BCX0\">, acknowledge the day and what it stands for. Consider sending an internal newsletter that quickly details the history of Memorial Day and the actions your organization is taking to support veterans and military families. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125376536 BCX0\">Maybe your<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125376536 BCX0\"> organization has an ERG (employee resource group) specifically for veterans. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125376536 BCX0\">Maybe you<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125376536 BCX0\"> have a mentorship program in place<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125376536 BCX0\">, or <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125376536 BCX0\">maybe you<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125376536 BCX0\"> are <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125376536 BCX0\">thinking about starting one<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125376536 BCX0\">. Wherever you are on your inclusion journey, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW125376536 BCX0\">make sure to outline the steps you are taking and plan to take to foster an inclusive and welcoming environment.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW125376536 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:450}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make sure to also acknowledge that a percentage of your employees may have lost loved ones who served in the military and thus might be less productive and more distracted in the days leading up to and following Memorial Day. Make sure to give employees the space they need to grieve before returning to work. Granting employees grace and space demonstrates empathy and increases productivity in the long run.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also, take a moment to personally recognize the veterans and military families within your organization. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ask if any of the veterans, military family members, or friends in your organization would like to share photos or stories to highlight their lost loved ones. Communicate these stories both internally and externally via email, social, etc. Sometimes the simple act of listening to someone\u2019s story can be the most meaningful.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW92144377 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW92144377 BCX0\">Consider donating time or money as well. Come together as an organization to donate to causes such as <\/span><\/span><a class=\"Hyperlink SCXW92144377 BCX0\" href=\"http:\/\/www.fallenpatriots.org\/?ref=tdmlibrary.thediversitymovement.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW92144377 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW92144377 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">FallenPatriots.org<\/span><\/span><\/a><span class=\"TextRun SCXW92144377 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW92144377 BCX0\">, which raises money to provide college education to the <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW92144377 BCX0\">20,000 children<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW92144377 BCX0\"> who have lost a parent who was an active service person in the military over the last 35 years. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW92144377 BCX0\">Maybe your<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW92144377 BCX0\"> organization can <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW92144377 BCX0\">afford to match employee donations.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW92144377 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:450}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW252914290 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW252914290 BCX0\">A company-wide day of service is also a great idea, as these events are often the most successful volunteer programs that companies have. Visit a local VA hospital, homeless shelter, USO center, or other facility where veterans or their families may <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW252914290 BCX0\">benefit<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW252914290 BCX0\"> from your service. <\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW252914290 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:450}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You may also want to shop at more <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.veteranownedbusiness.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">veteran-owned businesses<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or consider recruiting more veteran talent through veteran-driven job boards like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.militaryhire.com\/lp\/recruiting-military-veterans-v2\/?gclid=CjwKCAjwtJ2FBhAuEiwAIKu19iWVzyJMkIs_eOStl2FPxBATJVSmWRr67EhhcQrN2GgkbZI92y6JwBoCcqoQAvD_BwE\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">MilitaryHire.com<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Veterans often face challenges when moving into civilian jobs because their resumes don\u2019t line up 1-to-1 with job qualifications. However, it\u2019s important to note that the skills they\u2019ve learned through their service are transferable and lead to important soft skills such as clear communication, management skills, discipline and focus, and more.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Finally, listen, read, watch, and learn. Listen to podcasts produced by veterans or military families, read books, watch movies, and take. it. in. Make sure you are focused and present in these moments; turn off your phone, close your laptop, and be open to what you may learn along the way. Consider some of our suggestions for learning, below.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW128512654 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW128512654 BCX0\">Memorial Day has the power to be a well-acknowledged and celebrated holiday within your organization, or it can come across as just another <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW128512654 BCX0\">three<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW128512654 BCX0\">-day weekend. As a leader, you have the responsibility to strive for a truly respectful celebration, so put together <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW128512654 BCX0\">an initial<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW128512654 BCX0\"> plan, then iterate and evolve it, year after year. A dedicated effort is all it takes to create major impact.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW128512654 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:450}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><strong>Movies and Documentaries<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/play.hbomax.com\/page\/urn:hbo:page:GYGX9YAEtq5e6wgEAAACP:type:feature?camp=googleHBOMAX\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Black Hawk Down<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.netflix.com\/title\/81002464\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Father Soldier Son<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Glory-Matthew-Broderick\/dp\/B000Q7LUGA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Glory<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=Z80vnEPo7lw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Ground Truth<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=maIOQwPZ7-E\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Longest Day<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/video\/detail\/amzn1.dv.gti.0ca9f749-5219-8e19-d183-1419587e5ede?autoplay=1&amp;ref_=atv_cf_strg_wb\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Of Men and War<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/itunes.apple.com\/us\/movie\/restrepo\/id401494704\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Restrepo<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/video\/detail\/amzn1.dv.gti.0cbae6a6-5253-b85c-b9a9-73cc62c7049c?autoplay=1&amp;ref_=atv_cf_strg_wb\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Schindler\u2019s List<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/video\/detail\/amzn1.dv.gti.28b4bf2e-7aad-c88b-f73a-476b0cfde2c7?autoplay=1&amp;ref_=atv_cf_strg_wb\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">They Shall Not Grow Old<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/tv.apple.com\/us\/movie\/the-war-tapes\/umc.cmc.2ubfy205s0qcobdau9a3zua6d?action=play\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The War Tapes<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><strong>Podcasts<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/show\/5KEatxdfM1oVnIKBM0DHjR?si=kyyH0resQZCLuiUnhqJrjg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DAV Podcast<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/show\/4kZPFToQDjJ7gmVfqNgFL2?si=mmlaAKXFSj6YC9caEhsOjQ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Holding Down the Fort<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/show\/0dnnyYYLj0tYyZ1Pl2zQ3R?si=kaQNzHf9THC5mNzSWLZ-Tg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Spouse Angle<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/show\/05tEvTgUZzsCFcWQpPXggz?si=rAyWDXrmQ4qpwhMaen_MWw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Veterans Chronicles<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/show\/0UQ30kcw0VMFs7wqO31fD9?si=S-7qZ_qKTuuQuMlzeMP7gQ\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Veterans in America<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><strong>Books<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Angel-Death-Vietnam-Experience-Overcome\/dp\/0595702201\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Angel of Death<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.barnesandnoble.com\/w\/fire-and-forget-roy-scranton\/1113898509\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fire and Forget<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/bookshop.org\/books\/here-bullet\/9781882295555?aid=3014\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here, Bullet<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Lifetime-At-War-Severely-Wounded\/dp\/146693266X\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A Lifetime at War<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.barnesandnoble.com\/w\/lone-survivor-marcus-luttrell\/1100221342\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lone Survivor<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/SEAL-Team-Six-Memoirs-Sniper\/dp\/1250006953\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">SEAL Team Six<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/gp\/product\/0306817888\/ref=x_gr_w_bb_glide_sout?ie=UTF8&amp;tag=x_gr_w_bb_glide_sout-20&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=0306817888&amp;SubscriptionId=1MGPYB6YW3HWK55XCGG2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Soldiers Once: My Brother and the Lost Dreams of America\u2019s Veterans<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.authorhouse.com\/en\/bookstore\/bookdetails\/230496-Then-I-Came-Home\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Then I Came Home<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.barnesandnoble.com\/w\/things-they-carried-tim-obrien\/1100228685?ean=9780618706419\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Things They 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