Due to the large number of link requests we receive,
future link requests will only be considered from sites that are willing to link back to us.
Thank you.
Writer's Resources
Military Writers Society of America (MWSA): https://www.mwsadispatches.com/
MWSA is a nationwide association of authors, poets & artists drawn together by the bond of military service.
Associate membership is free & provides many benefits including receiving book reviews & informational news.
Paid members can submit books for review & award eligibility.
Overall, MWSA is a great resource for writers interested in military themes.
New Pages: http://www.NewPages.com
News, information & guides to literary magazines, independent publishers,
creative writing programs, writing contests & more. Great resource for poets.
Veterans Organizations
Veterans for Peace: https://www.VeteransForPeace.org
An international organization dedicated to building a culture of peace,
exposing the true costs of war & healing the wounds of war.
Membership is open to all veterans. Non-veterans are welcome to join as associate members.
Veterans for Peace has a book available -- Letters to the Wall:
a collection of letters delivered to The Vietnam Memorial Wall on 2 consecutive Memorial Days, 2015 & 2016.
These letters & this book are part of VFP's Full Disclosure campaign
which aims to expose the true impact of the Vietnam War on the U.S., Vietnam & the world.
Sold at cost. Available in paperback:
http://www.lulu.com/shop/veterans-for-peace/letters-to-the-wall-memorial-day-events-2015-2016/paperback/product-22808487.html
or as an e-book:
http://www.lulu.com/shop/veterans-for-peace/letters-to-the-wall-memorial-day-events-2015-and-2016/ebook/product-22808502.html
Vietnam Veterans Against the War: http://www.VVAW.org
A national veterans' organization that campaigns for peace & the rights of all U.S. military veterans.
Membership is open to all people (including non-veterans) who support their goals.
The War Poetry Website: https://www.warpoetry.uk/
One of the best online war poetry sites.
The emphasis is on World War I poetry, but modern wars -- including Vietnam -- are covered too.
Items Left at the Wall: https://www.vvmf.org/items/
Virtual gallery presented by Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund
https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2015/08/06/website-showcases-mementos-left-vietnam-wall/31104037/
Offerings at the Wall: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1833827.Offerings_at_the_Wall
Artifacts from the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Collection
Literary Journals
The Line: https://TheLineLiterary.org
Literary journal, first issue: January 27, 2021. From their mission statement:
"Our primary focus is to publish veteran literature, art, social commentary & reviews; however,
we will consider any material created to bridge the gap between veterans & contemporary audiences".
Proud to Be: http://www.semopress.com/events/Proud-To-Be-writing-by-american-warriors/
An annual anthology of writing by American warriors.
Submissions accepted in five categories: Short Fiction, Poetry, Interviews, Essay, Photography.
Veteran & Military Resources
Mesothelioma Hope: https://www.mesotheliomahope.com/veterans/
Mesothelioma is a cancer caused exclusively by asbestos exposure.
United States military veterans represent 30% of all mesothelioma patients.
Every branch of the U.S. Armed Forces relied on asbestos for decades,
not knowing it could cause mesothelioma & other deadly diseases.
Today, veterans with mesothelioma can file for VA benefits and legal compensation.
Learn how Mesothelioma Hope can help you access these benefits.
Guide to Veteran's Benefits (for Seniors): https://www.caring.com/caregivers/veterans-benefits/#va-benefits-explained
This site is a comprehensive guide that explains various VA benefits, focusing on those applicable to seniors.
According to U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, there are over 18.2 million veterans aged 65 and above,
many of whom require long-term care.
Unfortunately, navigating the intricacies of available benefits can be daunting,
particularly for retired veterans in their elderly years.
This guide helps.
How PTSD Affects Sleep: https://naplab.com/guides/how-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-affects-sleep/
Sleep disorders are a common symptom of PTSD, so this guide is very useful.
This helpful guide to sleep disorders has been provided by student volunteers at a New Hampshire library.
Thank you to Amanda & her friends for providing it!
Career Resources for Veterans: https://www.jobhero.com/career-guides
https://www.jobhero.com/career-guides/interviews/prep/veteran-career-guide
Guidance & support for rejoining the workforce.
Disabled Veterans Guide: https://www.legalfinders.com/disabled-veterans-guide/
An excellent guide to benefits & other resources for disabled veterans from Legal Finders.
In the U.S. in 2020, there were 4.7 million veterans with a service-connected disability,
yet only 3.9 million veterans received disability compensation payments from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
Guide to Veteran's Rights: https://florinroebig.com/veteran-rights-discrimination/
This guide covers all veteran rights, including for disabled veterans.
It includes information on the laws protecting veteran rights,
government resources & what to do if you have experienced discrimination.
Military Discounts: https://www.allconnect.com/military-discount-guide
A useful guide to all types of discounts & perks for veterans.
How to Start a Small Business: https://digital.com/veterans-business/
Over 10% of small businesses are owned by veterans & 10% of those are owned by disabled veterans.
If interested, this guide will help you get started.
How to Write a Resume: novoresume.com/career-blog/military-veterans-resume
How to write a resume, including a special section on Military to Civilian resumes.
Veteran's Benefits: https://www.birchgold.com/retirement-and-financial-security-for-veterans
A thorough guide to benefits for veterans, including strategies for overcoming financial difficulties.
The site includes 2 dozen links to offer a variety of useful resources for veterans.
Miscelaneous
The Guide to Movies for Vets: https://octaneseating.com/blog/movies-for-vets/
This is the best guide to war movies that the editorial staff here at Vietnam War Poetry has ever seen.
future link requests will only be considered from sites that are willing to link back to us.
Thank you.
Writer's Resources
Military Writers Society of America (MWSA): https://www.mwsadispatches.com/
MWSA is a nationwide association of authors, poets & artists drawn together by the bond of military service.
Associate membership is free & provides many benefits including receiving book reviews & informational news.
Paid members can submit books for review & award eligibility.
Overall, MWSA is a great resource for writers interested in military themes.
New Pages: http://www.NewPages.com
News, information & guides to literary magazines, independent publishers,
creative writing programs, writing contests & more. Great resource for poets.
Veterans Organizations
Veterans for Peace: https://www.VeteransForPeace.org
An international organization dedicated to building a culture of peace,
exposing the true costs of war & healing the wounds of war.
Membership is open to all veterans. Non-veterans are welcome to join as associate members.
Veterans for Peace has a book available -- Letters to the Wall:
a collection of letters delivered to The Vietnam Memorial Wall on 2 consecutive Memorial Days, 2015 & 2016.
These letters & this book are part of VFP's Full Disclosure campaign
which aims to expose the true impact of the Vietnam War on the U.S., Vietnam & the world.
Sold at cost. Available in paperback:
http://www.lulu.com/shop/veterans-for-peace/letters-to-the-wall-memorial-day-events-2015-2016/paperback/product-22808487.html
or as an e-book:
http://www.lulu.com/shop/veterans-for-peace/letters-to-the-wall-memorial-day-events-2015-and-2016/ebook/product-22808502.html
Vietnam Veterans Against the War: http://www.VVAW.org
A national veterans' organization that campaigns for peace & the rights of all U.S. military veterans.
Membership is open to all people (including non-veterans) who support their goals.
The War Poetry Website: https://www.warpoetry.uk/
One of the best online war poetry sites.
The emphasis is on World War I poetry, but modern wars -- including Vietnam -- are covered too.
Items Left at the Wall: https://www.vvmf.org/items/
Virtual gallery presented by Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund
https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2015/08/06/website-showcases-mementos-left-vietnam-wall/31104037/
Offerings at the Wall: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1833827.Offerings_at_the_Wall
Artifacts from the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Collection
Literary Journals
The Line: https://TheLineLiterary.org
Literary journal, first issue: January 27, 2021. From their mission statement:
"Our primary focus is to publish veteran literature, art, social commentary & reviews; however,
we will consider any material created to bridge the gap between veterans & contemporary audiences".
Proud to Be: http://www.semopress.com/events/Proud-To-Be-writing-by-american-warriors/
An annual anthology of writing by American warriors.
Submissions accepted in five categories: Short Fiction, Poetry, Interviews, Essay, Photography.
Veteran & Military Resources
Mesothelioma Hope: https://www.mesotheliomahope.com/veterans/
Mesothelioma is a cancer caused exclusively by asbestos exposure.
United States military veterans represent 30% of all mesothelioma patients.
Every branch of the U.S. Armed Forces relied on asbestos for decades,
not knowing it could cause mesothelioma & other deadly diseases.
Today, veterans with mesothelioma can file for VA benefits and legal compensation.
Learn how Mesothelioma Hope can help you access these benefits.
Guide to Veteran's Benefits (for Seniors): https://www.caring.com/caregivers/veterans-benefits/#va-benefits-explained
This site is a comprehensive guide that explains various VA benefits, focusing on those applicable to seniors.
According to U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, there are over 18.2 million veterans aged 65 and above,
many of whom require long-term care.
Unfortunately, navigating the intricacies of available benefits can be daunting,
particularly for retired veterans in their elderly years.
This guide helps.
How PTSD Affects Sleep: https://naplab.com/guides/how-post-traumatic-stress-disorder-affects-sleep/
Sleep disorders are a common symptom of PTSD, so this guide is very useful.
This helpful guide to sleep disorders has been provided by student volunteers at a New Hampshire library.
Thank you to Amanda & her friends for providing it!
Career Resources for Veterans: https://www.jobhero.com/career-guides
https://www.jobhero.com/career-guides/interviews/prep/veteran-career-guide
Guidance & support for rejoining the workforce.
Disabled Veterans Guide: https://www.legalfinders.com/disabled-veterans-guide/
An excellent guide to benefits & other resources for disabled veterans from Legal Finders.
In the U.S. in 2020, there were 4.7 million veterans with a service-connected disability,
yet only 3.9 million veterans received disability compensation payments from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
Guide to Veteran's Rights: https://florinroebig.com/veteran-rights-discrimination/
This guide covers all veteran rights, including for disabled veterans.
It includes information on the laws protecting veteran rights,
government resources & what to do if you have experienced discrimination.
Military Discounts: https://www.allconnect.com/military-discount-guide
A useful guide to all types of discounts & perks for veterans.
How to Start a Small Business: https://digital.com/veterans-business/
Over 10% of small businesses are owned by veterans & 10% of those are owned by disabled veterans.
If interested, this guide will help you get started.
How to Write a Resume: novoresume.com/career-blog/military-veterans-resume
How to write a resume, including a special section on Military to Civilian resumes.
Veteran's Benefits: https://www.birchgold.com/retirement-and-financial-security-for-veterans
A thorough guide to benefits for veterans, including strategies for overcoming financial difficulties.
The site includes 2 dozen links to offer a variety of useful resources for veterans.
Miscelaneous
The Guide to Movies for Vets: https://octaneseating.com/blog/movies-for-vets/
This is the best guide to war movies that the editorial staff here at Vietnam War Poetry has ever seen.
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