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BRAVE FOR MY FAMILY is a book for every American child to read and celebrate the bravery of those on the homefront when a parent is away fighting for our country. Davidson's father was deployed every year of his young life when, at 6 years old, four days before Christmas, the call came that he was injured by an RPG in Afghanistan. Davidson's journey during his father's service, recovery at Walter Reed hospital and his return to the battlefield is the heart this book, perfect for children ages 4-8. BRAVE FOR MY FAMILY is for every child who had to be brave when they were scared and should be required reading for every American child protected by our armed services. With vivid, compelling art by Davidson's own active duty father, this book shows readers that no matter what challenges they face, they are not alone. Proceeds from the book support Military Families and Wounded Warriors through trusted organizations who have demonstrated their commitment to those who serve: The Green Beret Foundation, The Patriot Foundation, Navy Seal Foundation, Semper Fi Fund, Wounded Warrior Project and Lead the Way Fund.

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Davidson was born in North Carolina and has grown up all over America. He lives with his parents and younger brother and sister, and his dad has been a Green Beret all of Davidson's life. Davidson's dad first left on deployment when Davidson was six months old. Since then, he has been deployed every year. Davidson began this book when he was six years old, and finished it when he was in first grade. David R. Shedd served in the U.S. government for nearly 33 years. Shedd was Acting Director of the Defense Intelligence Agency. Shedd has also served as the Deputy Director of the Defense Intelligence Agency, the Director of National Intelligence Deputy Director for Policy, Plans, and Requirements. He was the Chief of Staff and, later, Acting Director of the Intelligence Staff to the Director of National Intelligence. He held intelligence policy positions at the National Security Council (NSC), was posted overseas in the U.S. Embassies in Costa Rica and Mexico and has held a variety of senior management assignments at the Central Intelligence Agency, including Chief of Congressional Liaison.

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