ALIVE DAY MEMORIES: HOME FROM IRAQ
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The HBO Documentary, hosted and directed by James Gandolfini, Alive Day Memories: Home from Iraq, explores the physical and emotional cost of war by sharing the memories of ten soldiers and marines, Alive Day, the day they narrowly escaped death.
These touching interviews reveal the soldier's thoughts about the war, their family's, and their love for their country.
I think this program should be viewed by every adult American, no matter what they think of this war or any other. Please share your feelings about this important program.
Please be aware that this film is graphic and NOT intended for children to see.
Alive Day Memories: Home From Iraq
Why I Made This Lens
Did you know that 90% of U.S. soldiers who have been wounded in Iraq, survive? Many of these injuries would have proven fatal during any other previous war.
Alive Day Memories: Home From Iraq contains filmed interviews with soldiers who have suffered some of these horrific injuries. It also contains home video, shot by the soldiers themselves, and graphic battle footage.
This lens was NOT created to try to sway anyone's feelings about the Iraq war, the troops, or anything else.
This lens was created because I think this program should be seen, and talked about, by every American citizen.
We need to remember what our troops are doing for us; how they lay down their lives for us, each and every day, and we also need to remember the wounded veteran soldiers who are living with, and who will have to live with, the scars of war for the rest of their lives.
If you don't have HBO, don't worry, the dvd version of Alive Day Memories: Home From Iraq is available for purchase.
Alive Day Memories: Home From Iraq contains filmed interviews with soldiers who have suffered some of these horrific injuries. It also contains home video, shot by the soldiers themselves, and graphic battle footage.
This lens was NOT created to try to sway anyone's feelings about the Iraq war, the troops, or anything else.
This lens was created because I think this program should be seen, and talked about, by every American citizen.
We need to remember what our troops are doing for us; how they lay down their lives for us, each and every day, and we also need to remember the wounded veteran soldiers who are living with, and who will have to live with, the scars of war for the rest of their lives.
If you don't have HBO, don't worry, the dvd version of Alive Day Memories: Home From Iraq is available for purchase.
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Alive Day Home From Iraq Link List
- HBO: Alive Day Memories: Home From Iraq
- HBO's Special Event page for Alive Day Memories: Home From Iraq contains special features, video, interviews and information.
- HBO: Alive Day
- The physical and emotional cost of war is conveyed through the first-person stories of ten young soldiers who survived near-fatal wounds in Iraq, as told to executive producer James Gandolfini.
- HBO: Alive Day: The Film
- The physical and emotional cost of war is conveyed through the first-person stories of ten young soldiers who survived near-fatal wounds in Iraq, as told to executive producer James Gandolfini.
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Please share your feelings about this powerful documentary here.
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Tipi
Jan 21, 2012 @ 11:55 pm | delete
- I'm behind the times, haven't seen it, but I will be seeing it now that I know about it. Thanks!
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Lori_Lee-Ray
May 27, 2009 @ 3:15 am | delete
- I've never seen it, but now I plan to. Thank you for sharing. www.squidoo.com/honorourheroes.com
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N Nebe
Jun 14, 2008 @ 8:18 pm | delete
- Saw this doco 2 weeks ago - just amazing stuff. Talk about "guts" and pride. Good on ya!! I just hope the American government looks after its vets properly.
Thanks to the men and women of all countries who are trying to give people, especially children in other parts of the world, the freedom they deserve.
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Mr_Tax_Equality_Man
May 4, 2008 @ 9:00 pm | delete
- I had an amazing moment, plese check it out, Warning it will make you cry!!!http://www.squidoo.com/Go-Wings
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Joni
Sep 12, 2007 @ 9:21 am | delete
- All I kept thinking while watching is that I hoped President Bush and all others who support our being there, were watching.
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Further Reading- Iraq War Memoirs
The following are memoirs, written about the Iraq war.
The Last True Story I'll Every Tell: An Accidental Soldier's Account of the War in Iraq
by John Crawford
Cindy in Iraq: A Civilian's Year in the War Zone
by Cynthia I. Morgan
The Highway War: A Marine Company Commander in Iraq
by USMC maj. Seth W. B. Folsom
Fiasco: The American Military Adventure in Iraq
by Thomas E. Ricks
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Am I Missing Any?
Have you read a book or memoir about the Iraq war that you'd like to recommend? Please share the titles here so that I can add them to this page.
Thank you.
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Donnette
Jun 19, 2010 @ 10:13 am | delete
- Oh golly I think I lost my mega long comment.. anyhow I did not include my recommendation on Michaek Yon's Books, both of which I have and have read.. He s an amazing man, a former green beret, Danger Close and Moment of Truth in Iraq - both available from his website http://www.michaelyon-online.com - and he's just an awesome, amazing, wonderful down to earth person and a great friend! Now reports from the frontlines in Afghanistan and Iran.
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Donnette
Jun 19, 2010 @ 10:08 am | delete
- This is an amazing lens, and one doesn't have to be a US citizen to appreciate it. I am very involved with the US Military (SOT) and Allied Forces from here in South Africa, adopting sodiers, sending care packages, Soldiers' Angels, Ladies of Liberty Team, Vet Friends, Card Teams amongst others, etc, (we incorporate a lot of it into our Life Skills Projects for homeschooling) - and, as a survivor growing up during the African Bush War, where many dear and loved ones were lost, this brings home so much. As a (very recent) former fiancee of a pilot in the USMC I can at any stage relive the anguish at his "leaving" and the relief at his returning. THANK YOU for sharing this!
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CourageCommunity
Aug 13, 2008 @ 8:49 pm | delete
- Please help spread the word about a new online veteran support network, The Courage Community. It's a free, non-profit online social network and resource portal for veterans, their friends, families and supporters. Visit www.CourageCommunity.org to join... Always confidential, always free.
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VetFriends
May 13, 2008 @ 8:35 am | delete
- Great Lens! I have not seen this as I do not have HBO but I plan on going to a friends solely to see this. Thanks for the info
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charlino Apr 1, 2008 @ 3:04 pm | delete
- My heartfelt prayers and utmost respect are with those who serve and protect.
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