War Time Poetry

ISBN: 1453860282

Author: Hampton Jr, Richard C

Condition: New

Product Description These poems, from the heart and soul of the author, highlight some of the challenges and sacrifices that are made by our men and women in uniform on a daily basis. It is their courage to do the right thing for their families or those around them that continue to make our nation strong. About the Author Rick Hampton was born and raised in Pennsylvania were he enlisted in the United States Navy. While serving in the Navy he became a Hospital Corpsman working in Naval Hospitals, Clinics, and operational Fleet Marine Force units. While serving with of various Marine Corps units he deployed in support of humanitarian operations in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba and Sierra Leone. He participated in Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom and was awarded the Navy and Marine Corps Medal for Heroism in Iraq. He was inspired to write this book to highlight some of the trials and tribulations service members and their families faced during combat operations. Rick is interested in educating the public on Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and other challenges that affect military service members through the use of poetry. He retired from the Navy after 21 years of service and attained the rank of Senior Chief. He currently resides with his family in Yuma, AZ.