Thank You for Your Service (book)

Thank You for Your Service is a non-fiction book by David Finkel, published in 2013. The book follows a group of soldiers from the 2-16 Infantry Battalion as they return home from the Iraq War. It explores the challenges they face reintegrating into civilian life, including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, substance abuse, and difficulty finding employment.

Finkel, who previously wrote The Good Soldiers about the same battalion's experiences during the surge in Iraq, focuses on the psychological and emotional toll war takes on individuals and their families long after they leave the battlefield. He examines the inadequacies of the military and Veterans Affairs (VA) systems in addressing the complex needs of returning veterans. The book delves into the personal struggles of the soldiers as they navigate their relationships, families, and the civilian world, often feeling disconnected and misunderstood. It also sheds light on the impact of their experiences on their loved ones.