Good war Quote by Carol Schultz Vento
““we are repeatedly told that the veterans of the Second World War did not face such problems. They had fought “the good war,” triumphed, and returned home to a grateful nation, happy, healthy, and well-adjusted. However, this comfortable assumption that “the boys” returned home psychically and emotionally unscathed, that no one drank too much, or abused his wife or children could not be further from the truth. Roughly 1.3 million American service personnel received some kind of psychological wound during World War II. Although””
About This Quote
The myth that WWII veterans returned unscathed is false; many suffered lasting psychological wounds.
In simple terms: WWII veterans often faced mental health issues.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and address hidden trauma.
Themes
war
psychology
history
veterans
myths
Mood
reflective
empathetic
Type
Good war:1
Second world war:1
Veterans:1
War:1
World war:1
World war ii:1
War Triumphed:0
Psychological Wound:1
Told Veterans:0
When to use this quote
- veteran support groups
- historical research
- mental health policy
Key Concepts
trauma
combat stress
social perception
Questions to Reflect On
- How can society better support invisible wounds?
- What narratives perpetuate the “good war” myth?
A Different Perspective
Assuming all veterans are fine ignores individual suffering.
