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American Veteran
From Soldier to Civilian: Without a Manual
The military has been grappling with how veterans re-enter civilian life for decades. For most veterans, returning to their old lives isn’t easy. Military experience creates a fundamental shift in a person’s psyche. It’s a profound transformation, and there’s no manual for changing a soldier back into a civilian. Watch as veterans discuss some of the challenges they faced coming home.
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How can Veterans and civilians find common ground, and move America forward together.
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For many Veterans, the road back to civilian life is full of uncertainty.
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Military life shapes service men and women in profound, unexpected ways.
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There is a very stark line between before boot camp and after boot camp.