After 40 years, many of the wounds are as fresh as they ever were for Vietnam vets. Many still find it difficult to talk about, but their powerful stories are more relevant than ever.

See what makes "Voices From Vietnam" so compelling.

"Voices From Vietnam" is compelling reading.

In her book, "Voices From Vietnam," author Charlene Edwards takes an intimate look at the battle scars still haunting Vietnamese and U.S. troops.

See what makes "Voices From Vietnam" different from any other book you've read on the subject.

On July 8, 1969, the first American troops are withdrawn from Vietnam. It's the beginning of a 2-year deployment ending the longest military conflict in U.S. history.

Kirk Bauer has devoted more than 35 years of service to Disabled Sports USA, He knows how important the games can be. He lost a leg during combat in Vietnam.

This week, America pauses to honor the men and women who have served so bravely and selflessly to guarantee all Americans enjoy the rights and freedoms our founders imagined.

Kaye Stevens has sung, danced and acted her way to becoming the "prettiest funny girl" in show business. Now, at age 75, she's still touring and thrilling audiences.

1968 already had been a tumultuous year with the assassinations of Martin Luther King, Jr. in April and Senator Robert F. Kennedy in June, and widespread protests against the Vietnam War.

Arlo Guthrie was born with a guitar in his hands and thanks to his legendary singer-songwriter father, Woody Guthrie, he's learned just how to become renowned himself.

Today is Wednesday, October 15, 2008. Today's birthdays include actress-director Penny Marshall who turns 66. 39 years ago today, the largest peace demonstration in U.S. history took place.

Today is Saturday, Nov. 15, the 320th day of 2008. Today's birthdays include multi-talented performer Petula Clark who turns 76. Our picture of the day is last night's stunning shuttle launch.

Each week, Growing Bolder will ask top leaders, thinkers, writers, life coaches, entertainers and role models to weigh in on issues affecting your life.

Talk about growing bolder! First Rocky Balboa and now angry Viet Nam veteran John Rambo. Lionsgate has announced that John Rambo, starring 61-year old Sylvester Stallone, will be released January 25, 2008.