Wendell Affield

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Memory Muddy Jungle Rivers Vietnam War Writing

The Path Taken

Almost twenty years ago when I retired I knew I had stories to tell. I began studying the writing craft at Bemidji State University. Muddy Jungle Rivers, A Vietnam War Memoir, was published in 2012. Since then I have spoken at dozens of book signings and other events. The most humbling experience is to listen …

By Wendell AffieldLeave a Comment on The Path Takenon October 1, 2018October 1, 2018

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Awards

Wendell honored with
2017 Veteran's Voices Award

Awards

Expressive Writing Therapy for Veterans

Wendell was diagnosed with PTSD in the 1990s. Through writing about his experiences, he found a way to help move forward from his trauma. Today, he leads a local veteran’s group to help others do the same.

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