Donald Allen, served as a Marine in the Vietnam war from 1968 to 1970. He was in country for three months before he was wounded, and had to return back to the states. A few years after he got out of the service, he joined the Army in ‘72 for a short period of time. Don is a founder of a veterans organization called Vietnow. They work to make sure that the rights of vets are protected, and they come home to the best life possible.

Heart of Gold

The Vietnam War, like any war, is a collection of many stories that come together to form a single narrative for those who experienced it. These thoughts, emotions, and struggles all come together to create the picture that we have of the war today. “Making of a Soldier” follows Vietnam veterans’ experiences. Each story is unique and is a piece of a bigger picture. Together, it provides us a look at how everyone in the country was affected by the war, how they came home and readjusted to civilian life, and how the war continues to reach them to this day. .

Making of a Soldier

Take Your Own Notes features the stories of five women veterans who live in the greater Rockford, IL area. The documentary demonstrates how the five women make an impact in their families and local communities and connect with each other through their shared experiences in the United States military. Take Your Own Notes provides an outlet for women who experience challenges featured in the documentary, cultivating an open dialogue for those who wish to tell their stories.