And as I stood on the shores of Omaha Beach, better known as "Bloody Omaha," and looked out at the expanse of the ocean before me, now silent, I thought of the immense loudness and violence of war that must have echoed right where I stood about 80 years ago.

The American Soldier is a shining example of the power of Theatre in how it helps veterans and military families connect, deal with PTSD and share their stories with audiences so that they can find solace and healing, and peace.