Through the years, letters have been a great source of encouragement and comfort to the troops fighting on battle fields far away or at duty stations close to home. They have been and are indispensable for maintaining morale and motivating the men and women who serve and sacrifice. Letters can bring joy to the field, comfort at home, and, also the tragic news of loss. Letters are the personal stories told on simple folded paper that communicate the greatest sacrifice, love, and dedication.