Ok, self-centered Beth here but, WWI gave the professions of occupational
and physical therapy a place within the military and thus a boost to both
professions.  After WWI vets who were disabled rioted and picketed and
marched, WWII saw the VA, VA benefits and slew of other benefits for the
vets.  Too bad it has to be war to get people help.

Beth the OT

> -----Original Message-----
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> [mailto:[log in to unmask]]On Behalf Of Bobby Greer
> Sent: Thursday, August 03, 2000 10:08 AM
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> Subject: War
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>
> I think we glorify war way too much. I don't want to get into the politics
> of war, but most of the effects of it are horrible.
>
>         However, Ken, you forget one sad fact. Wars seem to do
> the most for
> advancing technology and opportinities for persons with disabilities
> because they create so many disabled person. The Long Cane used by
> individuals who are blind was developed after WWII by the VA. Until the
> ADA, every voc. rehab law was passed after a major war.
>
>         This should start a hot discussion!
>