Dec. 5, 2025

December 6, 1971: Only 100 Days to Go

December 6, 1971: Only 100 Days to Go

Send us a text On December 6th, 1971, Dick writes from Vietnam with quiet hope — sharing that he’ll be home no later than March 23, 1972, finally giving their family a clear countdown. Sarah, meanwhile, writes a ten-page letter from San Antonio overflowing with Christmas shopping, BX mishaps, pregnancy chaos, gossip, and love. She also receives their new china and crystal — pieces I still have today, survivors of Hurricane Andrew, carrying their history and hers. Together these letters paint ...

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On December 6th, 1971, Dick writes from Vietnam with quiet hope — sharing that he’ll be home no later than March 23, 1972, finally giving their family a clear countdown. Sarah, meanwhile, writes a ten-page letter from San Antonio overflowing with Christmas shopping, BX mishaps, pregnancy chaos, gossip, and love. She also receives their new china and crystal — pieces I still have today, survivors of Hurricane Andrew, carrying their history and hers. Together these letters paint a vivid picture of two people living separate lives that are still completely intertwined.


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The Allgoods: Vietnam Through the Eyes of Love is a personal podcast project based on real letters exchanged between Capt. Richard Allgood and Capt. Sarah Allgood during the Vietnam War. Photos of the original letters, family snapshots, and behind-the-scenes commentary are available for supporters.

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