Everyone has a story
My name is Rod Henderson and I am a former paratrooper and helicopter aircrewman who served in the Australian Army for 22 years.
I saw service in East Timor, Pakistan, Papua New Guinea and Afghanistan. After a medical separation in 2017, I have been volunteering with the Australian War Memorial as a Voluntary Guide and in the gallery development teams. It is here that I developed a passion for telling the stories of those who served, especially those whose names are on the Roll Of Honour.
Then one day I was asked to tell my own, so I wrote it all down and soon I had a book.
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Read more about my story here.
This is mine
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What people are saying about the book
TESTIMONIALS
'Rod’s service to country reveals a captivating story of life as an Australian soldier. He reflects on his career with a sense of pride in an open, honest and engaging manner, warts and all, with a larrikin spirit and a happy transition to a new journey ahead. There are compelling lessons for all to consider.’ - Nick WelchFormer CO 3 RAR 1997-1999
'Thank you Rod. Thanks for reminding me that I should not compare my experiences with others, and deem them less worthy. It was a timely reminder.’ – Kylie
'Rod tells his story with honesty and insight, as a boy with an ambition becomes a soldier and grows into a troubled man struggling to make sense of his world. This is skilful writing. In fact it is story telling at its finest. And Rod is at his finest in his refusal to engage with what he calls "the broken veteran narrative. This is ultimately a story of hope and, possibly, healing.’ – Ross
This book really 'brings home' just how much our service personnel give of themselves for their country. Thank you to every one of you.
For too long there has been an attitude of 'just get on with it', without any regard for the toll on the wellbeing of service people's physical & mental health. Although there is more awareness now, I personally hope more help becomes available in the near future & these men & women are able to talk to their mates without the fear of being dismissed.
Thank you Rod for having the courage in writing about all the good AND bad things. Your raw honesty is very appreciated & I am sure will help many of our service people'. - Vickie
'Stop Screaming I'm Scared Too' is a great yarn, told with raw honesty. Highly recommended to anyone wanting a better understanding of the highs and lows of military life and the consequences it has for some'. - Kevin