Odds N Ends In Rhyme

Tactical 16 Publishing company production of Walter Phillip “Phil” Jordan Jr.’s 70 + poems titled Odds N Ends In Rhyme: The Life and Writings of Walter Phillip “Phil” Jordan Jr. will be released this year. Jordan created this book of heartfelt poems to offer hope to thousands of veterans struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

After suffering with PTSD for many years, 91-year-old Jordan felt passionate about giving back through this book. His poems range from humorous to dark, touching on struggles and triumphs that are personal and relatable. The Poems in Odds N Ends in Rhymn were composed during his time while serving and throughout his life. A true expression of his experiences.

His extraordinary careers in both the U.S. Navy and U.S. Army during WWII and in law enforcement create a backdrop that readers will find fascinating. In one of his poems, he tells his family that his PTSD developed during his military and law enforcement service and “burdened him as a man, camouflage trauma.”

“It’s an honor to have talked with Phil and to help his family realize Phil’s dream of bringing this historical treasure to publication and to honor this hero as well as the WWII generation”, said Chris Schafer, CEO of Tactical 16. “Helping veterans, first responders and their families and friends tell their stories and preserving history is one of our core missions and we take it very seriously.”

Sadly, Phil passed away shortly after contacting Tactical 16 Publishing. Before passing Phil asked that all proceeds from Odds N Ends In Rhyme be donated to Wounded Warrior Project. The release of the book is scheduled for Veterans Day.

Home Page | Phil’s Page