AltWeeklies Wire
From Battlegrounds to Studios: Dealing with PTSDnew
Miguel Folch, a veteran Pararescue Jumper, finds solice in photography and chose to pursue his passion to escape the stresses associated with being a Tucson firefighter that would often trigger his PTSD.
Tucson Weekly |
Joshua Morgan |
11-11-2011 |
War
In Servicenew
Abel Moreno says Vets4Vets helped him turn his life around.
Tucson Weekly |
Mari Herreras |
09-01-2011 |
War
One Helicopter Crew Looks Back on an Unforgettable Rescuenew
With the Afghan war back in the headlines, and none of the news good, the rescue led by the Air Force's 305th Rescue Squadron provides a glimpse into one story that began horribly and ended well, thanks to the ordinary Americans who made it happen.
Tucson Weekly |
Leo W. Banks |
11-11-2009 |
War
Remember to Appreciate the Soldier Even if You Disagree with the Missionnew
Sadly, some of us still need to learn to treat our vets with respect and common decency. Agree or disagree with the reasons behind the war, but appreciate the fact that our military personnel -- on Veterans Day and all year -- decide to walk a difficult road in service to the rest of us.
Tucson Weekly |
Irene Messina |
11-06-2008 |
War
My Time Over Therenew
1st Lt. Jonathan Paton, an Arizona state representative, was sent to Iraq on a six-month deployment. Here's his story.
Tucson Weekly |
Jonathan Paton |
05-24-2007 |
War
On the Roadnew
One man walks cross-country to D.C. in hopes of swaying the war debate.
Tucson Weekly |
Saxon Burns |
01-04-2007 |
War
History Repeatingnew
Three Vietnam veterans talk about the war in Iraq and reflect on their experiences as soldiers. Watching the news connects them back to a far-away time and place that none of them has ever entirely left. Now they fear history is repeating itself.
Tucson Weekly |
Renée Downing |
11-11-2004 |
War
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