Explores the at times conflicting and ambivalent responses of Americans to veterans returning from Iraq and Afghanistan, and compares these responses with past views of veterans of wars such as World War II, Korea, and Vietnam. Also reflects on living during a time when America is between peace and war, and discusses ways that America can better support its returning troops.
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call number/section: 305.9
subjects: veterans, united states, psychology, homecoming, war and literature, united states, social aspects, 21st century