Applicants to the contest are encouraged to identify a veteran, talk to him/her, ask questions and get them to tell you their story, write about it and submit your project to the contest. Entries must be at least five (5) pages and double-spaced.
Prizes:
First place $1,000
Second place $750
Third place $500
Sample Questions to ask your veteran
* What was your rank?
* How long did you serve?
* In which branch of the military did you
serve?
* What was your specialty?
* Did you see combat?
* What is your favorite story?
* What was the hardest thing you had to do?
* What was your favorite moment?
* What foreign countries have you lived in
or visited?
OTHER SAMPLE QUESTIONS CAN BE FOUND AT:
The biographical data sheet there is required.
Process
