“June 5, 1971: The Dong Sock and the Bigger Picture”
Send us a text In today’s letter, Dick writes from Vietnam with a blend of laughter and perspective. He’s received a handmade “dong sock” from Sarah — a hilarious and intimate gift that sets the tone — but as he sits in the sun and reflects, he shares something deeper. He explains why, despite the distance and the war, he’s grateful for the timing of his deployment: because it allowed him and Sarah the chance to fall in love, get married, and now, prepare to become parents. This letter is...
In today’s letter, Dick writes from Vietnam with a blend of laughter and perspective. He’s received a handmade “dong sock” from Sarah — a hilarious and intimate gift that sets the tone — but as he sits in the sun and reflects, he shares something deeper.
He explains why, despite the distance and the war, he’s grateful for the timing of his deployment: because it allowed him and Sarah the chance to fall in love, get married, and now, prepare to become parents.
This letter is a reminder of what can grow in the spaces between hardship — humor, hope, and unwavering devotion.
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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