Our Loved Ones' Stories

 1st Lt. Phillip Kent

Who was Phillip?  ...My only son, grandson, soldier, comrade, friend, and
scholar who loved his country and was ready to fulfill his military
duty with enthusiasm and determination.

Phillip was a Veteran (one of who fought in a war) of Operation Iraqi
Freedom.  He brought his men/equipment home safely but tragically he
came home a broken man suffering from PTSD.

Upon returning he found his marriage broken, little or no debriefing
from the Army....  As a parent, I contacted Army Chaplains.  'No help, no
returned calls.

Phil was forced to resign his commission or face more harassment from
fellow officers.  Phil left Fort Hood, Texas in November 2004.  He returned
home to South Carolina, and succumbed to death by his own hand.

Each time I share my story I become a stronger human being.  I
appreciate the many Care Organization that help bridge the gap that
exists between soldier families, citizens and bureaucrats, who have
never been there; who cope with their fears and inadequacies by
avoidance and denial.

Laura Kent
Mother of 1st Lt. Phil Kent

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