Shades of Darkness by George E. Brummell
A rowdy, honest, uplifting story of a black soldier's
journey through Vietnam, blindness, and back
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"Vietnam Long Time Coming," the powerful, award-winning NBC documentary about George Brummell's return to Vietnam with a group of other vets. CLICK TO WATCH THE SHORT TRAILER. | From the award winning makers of "Hoop Dreams" comes this incredible documentary chronicling the unfathomable: the uniting of former sworn enemies, groups of American and Vietnamese veterans, many with disabilities, for an arduous 16-day, 1,200-mile bicycle expedition from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam. Sponsored by World T.E.A.M. Sports. | World T.E.A.M Sports (The Exceptional Athlete Matters) uses the universal power of sports to create soul-stirring experiences by teaming disabled athletes with able-bodied athletes, forming a true TEAM. |
Provides free services to all legally blind veterans, regardless of cause |
Also advocates with government entities for improved services and funding for all disabled veterans |
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Excellent collection of links to resources for blinded and disabled vets & the blind in general |
Large collection, well-organized |
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| Fisher House | For wounded and sick military personnel, provides "a home away from home" that enables family members to be close to a loved one at the most stressful time -- during hospitalization. | Supported by your donations, and grants from CNN, Newman's Own and others | |
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