Unknown Battlefields, The Footsteps of a Soldier

There are a number of reasons one would choose to go into battle. The word battle, according to Webster Dictionary, is defined as, a hostile encounter or engagement between opposing military forces or participation in such hostile encounters or engagements. Individuals choosing to join the military, do so with the understanding that they are going to be trained for "battle." Some join to find a purpose or learn a skill while others might join as a sense of patriotic duty or a desire to serve their country. Regardless the reason, because of their choice, we are able to enjoy the freedoms we hold so dearly. The collection of stories contained within these pages are the true accounts of the Unknown Battlefields these individuals faced during their service to our country. Whether they saw battle in Vietnam, Desert Storm, Iraq or was a military spouse or rendered dedicated service to the Department of Defense, these are their stories.