Debbie Quackenbush, Founder

In the late 60's, my brother and his friends were drafted and sent to Vietnam in short order. The 1960's were a turbulent time in our history and I remember feeling like a square peg in a round hole. I would struggle daily with the fears and concerns for the safety for my brother, his friends and all those serving in Vietnam. Those of us with members overseas would send care packages and letters. There was no email in the 60's so we would hope for a phone call to arrive in the middle of the night, telling us our loved ones were ok. We would approach friends and neighbors and ask for their support, but we were met with resistance, or better yet, a complete disinterest in helping those serving in the military.

When the Vietnam Vets returned home, they were all treated in a deplorable fashion and it is something that haunts me to this day. Instead of receiving their WELL DESERVED "WELCOME HOME", they were greeted with hatred, violence and chants of "Baby Killer", while others were spitting on them. The returning vets couldn't wait to put on civilian clothes and get their hair to grow out so no one would recognize them as a member of the military. What a horrendous way to treat those who serve our great country. No member of the military or their family should ever be treated in such a manner ever again.

Life in the United States turned on a dime on September 11, 2001, and we will never again experience the innocence of life before that devastating day, BUT, we certainly can, should and MUST respect, honor and support the brave men and women who serve and sacrifice so much for all of us.

American Military Family, Inc. will strive to promote a positive campaign in direct support and appreciation to all those who serve to protect the citizens of the United States of America. We "THANK YOU" for your support of our military and their families.