Steve Wilken served in the US Army during the turbulent years of 1969-71, including 13 months stationed at Long Binh, Vietnam. He later graduated from the University of Texas at Arlington in 1975 with a BA in History and Political Science  Steve wrote the book Why Didn't You Have To Go To Vietnam, Daddy? in 2007 when events brought back memories that he no longer wished to suppress. He hopes that telling this story now, even at this late date, will help a younger generation understand the forces that shaped their parent's lives.

If you would like to contact Steve Wilken email him at stevewilken@rememberingvietnam.com.

     The author wishes to acknowledge the contributions and encouragement of Stan Modjesky in writing this book.