When my father was a teenager, he served in the Vietnam War. During battle, he stepped on a landmine and shattered his kneecap. He was disabled by 30%, and earned a Purple Heart for his sacrifice. He worked in construction until his body could no longer withstand the physical toll, and was no longer employed at the time of my birth. Unfortunately, I lost my father when I was only seven years old. My father’s death was a tragic and unfortunate event in my life. My mother had been the only provider in our family for a …show more content…
Military families suffer the absence of a loved one when they are forced to leave for battle or training. Even though some soldiers do not have to travel overseas, they are separated from their families and friends. Military families must remain supportive of their loved one, as they are fighting to support our entire country. Children in military families quickly learn to appreciate their time with their parent, as they are not promised every day together. Any amount of time away from family is challenging enough, especially being thousands of miles away with limited communication. These families must maintain the high moral that the military has not only set for their loved one, but themselves as well. Many military children are inspired by their parents bravery, and become interested in enlisting in a service branch as well. Despite the amount of time apart from their beloved fighter, they continue to serve as the backbone of their