Voice of the Children

This article represents the children and family of soldiers formally in Iraq or presently in Iraq. We wish to thank all of those who have supported their loved one while serving their country, so if you are reading this article and have supported a loved one in Iraq, we thank you. Below is our interview with a thirteen year old child whose father was formally in Iraq.

Question given: How did you feel when your father was away at war?
His answer: "Not too good. It was hard around the house. My mom was always working and sometimes I couldn't find the house key to get into my house."

What section of the military was your father in?
"He was in the Army Intelligence. He was recently promoted from first-class sergeant to Master Sergeant."

How do you feel about the fact that your father served his country in the military?
"I think it's really cool! I feel like he is doing something good for the world by helping people in need."

What was it like living without your father?
"It was kind of weird. It felt like something was missing at home."

What was the hardest part about living without your father?
"There weren't really any fun things to do. My dad made things funny. Little jokes here and there."

Reporters Note: Interviewing the boy whose father was in Iraq was a really cool experience. He showed me true loyalty to his country, the military, and his dad. I saw what people who don't have to go through being without a loved one will never know. He showed me some of the fear, hope, pride, and joy that comes from knowing your father is in the United States Army.

This ThinkQuest team would like to say thank you to all of the children who support a parent, friend, or relative who serves their country in any field of the military. You are all very brave and without you we don't think our soldiers could keep going. We respect you so much,and thank you.

Iraq - Voices of the Children

Voice of the Children