And now, here is the rest of the story. Fast forward 48 years from 1967. When an airman is lost in a war, we sometimes forget about the individual story and the direct impact it has on his family who doesn't forget, who lives with the loss for the rest of their lives and feels the impact of the actions of our country's enemies. When Captain Dwight Campbell was shot down in 1967, his wife Patty, waited until it was certain he was gone. She raised their three sons alone in her small town in Oklahoma. She passed away last November and finally got to be with Dwight again after 48 years. If one looks at the family in this light, perhaps it will help us to better remember those who have served and those who are being lost even today. Our mission in restoring Kay has always been about remembering the Vietnam Vets and welcoming them home. It is about time.... fifty years is a long time to wait.
Please read this obituary of Mrs. Campbell and think about the over two million service men and women who were involved in Vietnam. Over 58,000 were killed in the war in Southeast Asia. We are losing these vets today at a rate that started at 300 per day and is now approaching 1000 per day. Say thanks to a veteran before it is too late. And come visit with us when we take Kay out to airshows and city tours in remembrance.
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