Outskirts Press, INC.

Ben Thieu Long (pseudonym) is publishing his military service memoir after a forty-year human resources career in manufacturing, higher education and healthcare. He successfully led organizational change and coached individuals to navigate difficult circumstances and rebound as stronger and healthier people. Ben’s life lesson is that although people sometimes don’t select the best path or make wise choices, they can learn from experience and achieve future success. He attributes his military experience for his personal courage to persist in the face of adversity, his professional success, and his personal resilience when confronted by challenging circumstances. Ben’s 13 Moons series fulfills a commitment he made during his tour of duty in Vietnam, where he served as a US Army military policeman. He faced multiple temptations and moral contradictions, and an examination of his behavior led him to question his commitment to his values and faith. Those experiences reshaped his perspective on courage, moral strength, and resilience as he learned lessons that guided him positively through his life’s challenges.