THE STORY OF VETERAN ARTHUR LEE CHOYCE
VETERANS LIVES
MATTER
PROTECT THOSE THAT PROTECT OUR COUNTRY
PTSD
According to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, among veterans who served in conflicts such as Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom, nearly 15% have PTSD in a given year, and about 29% at some point in their lives. Arthur Lee Choyce returned from his service to our country with honor and bravery, but after facing the horrors of war he was diagnosed with PTSD a condition that arises when someone has been exposed to extreme trauma such as combat, life-threatening danger, or witnessing death or injury. The risk increases when someone has direct combat exposure or other traumatic experiences in military service.
Arthur’s story reminds us that courage doesn’t stop at the battlefield it continues when we show up for our veterans, listen to their experiences, and act with compassion.
VETERANS AND THEIR FAMILIES
Supporting veterans means also standing with their families, who often carry the unseen weight of their loved one’s experiences. When a veteran struggles with PTSD, the effects can ripple through the entire household impacting communication, emotional connection, and daily routines. Spouses and children may feel confusion, fear, or helplessness as they witness changes in behavior or mood that stem from trauma. That’s why providing support must go beyond the individual veteran. Offering family counseling, community programs, and peer support groups can help families heal together. When we extend compassion and understanding to both veterans and their loved ones, we strengthen not only those families but the fabric of our entire community.
THIS PAGE IS DEDICATED TO THE LEGACY OF ARTHUR LEE CHOYCE
PROTECTING OUR VETERANS
Protecting Our Veterans
Arthur Lee Choyce was a proud veteran who courageously served our country. After returning home, he was diagnosed with PTSD as a result of his experiences in war. His story is a reminder of the sacrifices our servicemen and women make and the challenges many face long after the battle ends.
It is our duty as a nation to ensure that every veteran is protected, cared for, and treated with compassion. Going to war and risking one’s life on the front lines is an act of extraordinary bravery one that too often goes unrecognized.
Let the story of Arthur Lee Choyce inspire us all to stand behind our veterans and honor them with the respect and support they deserve.
PROTECTING OUR VETERANS
Arthur Lee Chovce was a proud
veteran who courageously served our country. After returning home, he was diagnosed with PTSD as a
result of his experiences in war. His story is a reminder of the sacrifices our servicemen and women make and the challenges many face long after the battle ends.
It is our duty as a nation to ensure
that every veteran is protected,
cared for, and treated with
compassion. Going to war and
risking one's life on the front lines
is an act of extraordinary bravery one that too often goes unrecognized.
Let the story of Arthur Lee Choyce inspire us all to stand behind our veterans and honor them with the respect and support they deserve.
IN
MEMORY
OF
ARTHUR
CHOYCE
"The best way to predict the future is to create it"
As the Vietnam War approached, many Black men in the 1970s were being drafted into service. More than 300,000 Black Americans served in Vietnam and among them was the one and only Arthur Lee Choyce, who was drafted for duty.
Arthur service to this country in the U.S. Army began November 30,1972 as a Combat Medic and eventually earning an honorable discharge upon completion of his service. He often shared stories about venturing out to enemy lines to rescue members of his platoon.
During the war, Arthur developed PTSD, a struggle that stayed with him for the rest of his life. It was a daily battle for Arthur, and he received great treatment from the West Los Angeles Veteran's Hospital. Yet through it all, he remained a dedicated soldier both in his military service and in his personal life. Facing and overcoming many private battles with unwavering strength.
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