David J Delaney

Laggan NSW Australia

No my Dad was a WW2 vet

yep

as long as you recieve them I will submit them

Hi mate hope you are well , not working at my old job so use this email to get hold of me , havent heard from you for a while , be well my friend , proud to have two more poems on your wonderful site , cheers Marty

Webmaster\'s Note

Great to hear from you Marty. I\'ve updated your new email address on my records.

For information, your writings are included on the IWVPA website at Martin “Marty” Boyce. I recommend them to all who visit the site.

Anthony W. Pahl OAM
IWVPA Webmaster

FRANCESCO FERNANDINI AUTHOR on FACEBOOK

GOOGLE SEARCH

USA

n/a

U.S. Navy

yes

yes a poem and upcoming book

A poem to honor those lost on a routine flight in the Cold War period. USA vs. USSR --You may all contact me .... FRANCESCO FERNANDINI - AUTHOR on FACEBOOK....... thanks

Webmaster\'s Note:

Thank you for contacting IWVPA, Francesco. I have sent a separate email to you with further information regarding the inclusion go your poem on the website.

Anthony W. Pahl OAM
IWVPA Webmaster

Internet search via Google

Sydney, Australia

No, but I served State Government for 18 years as a Police Officer (not the same I apologise) but I do have National Service Medal

Yes

Not yet: not until I am happy with it myself.

It is ANZAC day here in Australia and I am always nostalgic for our war vets and their stories. I came across \"The Anzac on the Wall\" by Jim Brown and I cried my heart out. It touched me so much I had to look into it a little more and found this website. I would love to contact Mr Brown, if possible as there was also a painting associated with the poem. Thank you, Kim Baker

Webmaster\'s Note

Thank you for recording your visit to the IWVPA website. I have sent you a separate email details contact details for Jim.

Anthony W. Pahl OAM
IWVPA Webmaster

Surfing internet to learn about WW1

Ontario, Canada

My heart weeps constantly for the servicemen and women who have given, and give the ultimate sacrifice for conflicts and decisions made by our countries leaders. I weep for the families who have lost lives and homes from battles fought on their doorsteps. I look in the mirror and ask the face looking back at me if I would be willing to make such a sacrifice and sadly I cannot answer \"yes\". I garner upmost respect for anyone who willing to don a soldiers uniform and fight for the freedom of his/her countrymen/women and our allies. I pray for you all and for your families that you return home in victory. But I hope that one day all the world\'s conflicts are fought at a table and not on a field. My undying respect and gratitude to you all.

Webmaster\'s Note

Hi Rick: Thank you for recording your visit to the IWVPA website. As a returned serviceman I appreciate your words very much, and feel sure my contemporaries do likewise.

Sincere regards,

Anthony W. Pahl OAM
IWVPA Webmaster

Thoughts of A Jock

Military poetry based on my experiences as part of my 24 years in the British Army

Surfing the web looking for good poetry websites

Scotland in the United Kingdom

2 Gulf wars and Afghanistan

Army (Infantry)

yes

yes

I would relish the oppertunity to share my work with others.

Webmaster\'s Note

G\'day Tom,

Thank you for recording your visit to the IWVPA website. I, in turn, would relish the opportunity to both read and add your writings to the IWVPA website.

Sincere regards
Anthony W. Pahl OAM
IWVPA Webmaster

March 14, 2014

Aussie Skyhawk Tales

A site dedicated to the ground crew and pilots of the Royal Australian Navy's 724 & 805 Squadrons. We flew the A4 Skyhawk

Web search looking for some information on a poem

Central Coast of New South Wales, Australia

No

Royal Australian Navy

No but some members of my family were/are

Yes

A great site which I will (with permission) promote. It is important to keep the memories of our serving members past & present alive and in people minds.

Less We Forget.

Webmaster\'s Note

G\'day Steve,

Thank you for your kind comments about the website. Please promote the website in any way that you consider appropriate... the writings are owned by the respective authors who have shared their thoughts and words for all to learn and understand the consequences of war on the soldiers, their families, friends and supporters.

Anthony W. Pahl OAM
IWVPA Webmaster
6 March 2014

I was surfing the web and was shocked when I found this. I am the niece of Hometown Boy Kendall Hinders. I thank the author and the site for the dedication to the our veterans

Webmaster\'s Note

Dear Amy,

Thank you for recording your visit to the IWVPA website, and I\'m so glad that you found the poem, \"Hometown Boy\" by Randy E. Richmond.

Anthony W. Pahl OAM
IWVPA Webmaster
6 March 2013

Ouachita "Oh **** ah" Parish, Louisiana

Vietnam 1968 - 1971 and Desert Storm (Stateside) 1991

U.S.Marine Corps and U.S. Coast Guard

Falsely Accused ... Armed & Dangerous ... B O L O ... Manhunt ... Arrested ... Incarcerated ... Shotgun ... Bogous Charges ... Life changed forever ... O.K.. ? ... Brother Tony, we can take it ? ? ? TPWG

Webmaster\'s Note

It\'s so very sad that disagreements cannot be worked out in the manner in which we all, as soldiers, related to each other while in-country. Respectful, direct, and with honour. Peace be with you, my brother.

Despite the disagreements between Loyde and other Vietnam veterans, his writings remain valid and powerful. His writings can be viewed on the IWVPA website at Loyde P. Arender.

Anthony W. Pahl OAM
IWVPA Webmaster
28 January 2013

Ted Middletons Home Page

Browsing for poem author

Brisbane AU

Spare time...Yes

Yes

I Have no comments.

Webmaster\'s Comments

I very much look forward to receiving poems from Ted, an Australian Bush Poet who has been writing since he was at school, some 60+ years ago.

Anthony W. Pahl OAM
IWVPA Webmaster
December 4, 2013

Balancing Core Beliefs

Self-awareness

Bald Hills Qld Australia

Bit young for the big one Dad was a segeant in the Light Horse and in the front line in the Ramu Valley New Guinea

Army

yes

when I write it

Some twit is posting Jim Brown\'s poem, \"The Anzac on the Wall\" on the net as \"Author Unknown\". I came to your site and got the good oil and I am sending the truth back to the people who sent it to me.

Webmaster\'s Note

Thank you John. Jim\'s poem is brilliant and to have it doing the rounds uncredited is a kick in the guts for an extraordinary poet. Thank you for researching to ascertain the facts, and thank you for letting me know that the IWVPA website was of assistance.

For information, Jim\'s poem is located on the website at: Jim Brown: The ANZAC On The Wall.

Anthony W. Pahl OAM
IWVPA Webmaster
6 August 2013

Chris' Battle to Conquer Cancer

My Mother's Legacy And Battle Shared

My Mother contributes to this site, and is a veteran's advocate.

NJ

My father is a 100% disabled Vietnam Veteran

Army

Yes

It's not war related but thank you for what you do to promote our veterans' voices

Please read about my mothers couragous battle to conquer cancer. If you have PTSD or know someone with a mental illness, please learn from her wisdom and help her legacy come to life.

Webmaster\'s Note:

Several of Chris\'s poems have been added to the IWVPA website since 2002 and I am honoured to be able to display them: Chris Woolnough: IWVPA Index refers.

I have also made a small donation to the appeal outlined in Jessica\'s GoFundMe Website, and wish Chris all the very best of luck in the difficult times that are ahead.

Anthony W. Pahl OAM
IWVPA Webmaster
August 6, 2013

From a friend

Australia

Iraq

Air Force

No

I have already submitted work to IWVPA

I am so very pleased to have been considered to contribute to the IWVPA website. Thank you for that opportunity.

Glenn Lyons, CSC

Webmaster\'s Note
Glen\'s poem, The Eagle And Her Young, is one that is displayed on the IWVPA website with a particular sense of satisfaction and honour. As a fellow Airfield Defence Guard (albeit of a much earlier era: No. 9 ADG Course, 1968), I revel in the history and pride described by Glen\'s words.

Anthony W. Pahl OAM
IWVPA Webmaster
July 24, 2013

Looked up Andrew Ladak on Google

Crosslake MN

Combat Medic: Vietnam

Army

Didn\'t know about this site but read Andy Ladak\'s poems and was very moved. He was my Platoon leader in Vietnam

Webmaster\'s Note
I glad you found us, and I\'m sure Andy will be thrilled when he reads that you\'ve found his writings.

Best Wishes
Anthony W. Pahl OAM
IWVPA Webmaster
July 9, 2013

PS: Andy\'s writings are located on the IWVPA website at: Andrew Ladak: IWVPA Index.

Annette (Schrab) Clark

Photography, Poetry, Writing, and more

I was looking up a poet and found him here, I found this site interesting because a friend is now doing photos/stories on WWII Vets (USA) toward a gallery exhibit

Southeast Wisconsin, USA

Yes

No

I think since I\'m not a veteran, my work will not fit here. But I do want to say thank you to all Veterans everywhere!

Webmaster\'s Note

One need not be a War Veteran to have poetry included on the IWVPA Website. Any Veteran, family member or friend, or any supporter of Veterans may submit writings. The sole condition is that the piece should be about War and/or the consequences of War: be it related to the actual events of war (or any situation where servicemen and service women were involved), or about its effects on those who served directly or in a support role, or those who supported our servicemen and servicewomen actively or behind the scenes: before, during, and after.

The IWVPA website is dedicated to and a salute to ALL who served or who were/are affected by Armed conflict or the consequences of that conflict.

Anthony W. Pahl OAM
IWVPA Webmaster
June 1, 2013

Aircrew Remembered

Archives and various data bases for Aircrew lost or served in various conflicts

A friend

Norfolk, England

Happy to share

Great website and some very nice work.

Thank you.

Webmaster\'s Note

Thank you for recoding your visit to the IWVPA website. I very much look forward to receiving, reading, and including some of your writings on the IWVPA website.

Anthony W. Pahl OAM
IWVPA Webmaster
May 15, 2013

re; your info on Fred Mercers passing

Oiginally from Ottawa living in the Annapolis Valley

Peacekeeping Vet

Cdn Army and Airforce

no

Hi Billy:

Long time since we saw each other back in Edmonton. Been following you through the QOR Assoc and glad to see your still upright. Too many of the old comrades passing on. Take care jumper.

God Bless
Bob

Webmaster\'s Note

The poem, by Billy Willbond, to which Bob refers is available on the IWVPA website at A Farewell To Rifleman Fred Mercer.

Anthony W. Pahl OAM
IWVPA Webmaster
March 27, 2013

New Jersey

Vietnam

Company B, 1-506th Infantry, 101st Airborne Division

Ms. Julie Weaver,
I served in Company B, 1-506th infantry, 101st Airborne Division from 1969-1970. Our company has undertaken the task of contacting every Soldier who served in our company from April 4, 1969 thru September 4, 1970. Thus far, we have located 137 of us who are alive, we know of our 42 KIA/MIA, 40 of our members have passed away since coming home and we are still searching for 79 other comrades. That totals 219 known Troopers and 79 still not located.

During the 6 years in which we have gathered, we have visited the Wall as a group, had five Reunions, and most importantly, written a Journal of EVERY DAY that we were in Vietnam. We have obtained the records from the National Archives, added eyewitness accounts and personal photos and written the Journal that now totals over 385 pages of our story. We have also created our own password-protected website.

The reason for this contact is to let you know that we have placed your letter on two of those pages. Your letter reached us and we are thankful for your concern. We do not plan on publishing our Journal however, the Journal has served as a point of reference and healing for our Soldiers. Your letter indicates that you want to be a part of the healing that so many of our company still are seeking. You have no idea how many of us it has helped.

Currahee!

God Bless You

Webmaster\'s Note

Peter: No longer having contact details for Julie, I hope she visits the IWVPA Guestbook and sees your message. If I am able to locate her, your words will be relayed to her immediately.

The letter to which Peter refers is located on the IWVPA Website at Julie Weaver: An Open Letter To Anyone Who Served In Vietnam.

Anthony W. Pahl OAM
IWVPA Webmaster
January 13, 2013

Google via No Background Music

Suffolk, UK.

Incredibly moving.

google poem search

Pennsylvania

Today is the anniversary of the Pearl Harbor bombing. I would like to pay homage to my great-grandfather, grandfather Arthur Ray Hagy, Jr., my father, and my sister, all veterans. My grandfather served during WWII. God bless all veterans. I thank you and welcome you home.

Webmaster\'s Note

Vicki: Thank you for your remembrance and thoughts for all veterans. Each is a truly unique person: all were and are prepared to sacrifice everything to ensure future generations enjoy the same freedoms for which they fought and still fight.

Anthony W. Pahl OAM
IWVPA Webmaster
December 8, 2012

Through a Friend and Brother

Greensboro, NC

Vietnam

USMC

Yes

Yes

I am a veteran of the war in Vietnam and am now retired from public work. I love and appreciate our current military as well as all of our veterans.

Webmaster\'s Note

Cecil: Thank you for your words and support, but more particularly for your service in Vietnam with the US Marines.

I look forward to receiving, reading, and adding your writings to the IWVPA website.

From an Aussie Vietnam Veteran, I bid you: \"Welcome Home!\"

Anthony W. Pahl OAM
IWVPA Webmaster
December 3, 2012