The American Soldier

District 6 VFW and the Salem Women’s Federation are proud to partner in bringing a nationally acclaimed Broadway production as part of the America 250 Celebration, honoring all who have served our nation. Let’s all join together and honor all Veterans.

On July 25, 2026, this powerful one-man Broadway play written and performed by Doug Taurel will be presented at Salem High School. The production has been performed at the Kennedy Center, Library of Congress, Off-Broadway in New York, and in 42 cities across the United States. Attendees say, “Every American should see this play.”

This production tells the story of the American soldier through fourteen characters based on real people, actual letter, and true experiences spanning from the American Revolution to present day. The play captures the discipline, teamwork, and brotherhood of military service while also examining the internal struggles soldiers face when returning home. Audiences meet a Revolutionary War soldier freezing at Valley Forge, a WW11 veteran haunted by Iwo Jima, a grieving Vietnam-era mother, an Iraq veteran struggling to adjust to civilian life, a family coping with repeated deployments and many others. Together these stories present a moving tribute to sacrifice, service and survival.

As we approach the 250th Anniversary of our nation, this performance serves as a time capsule –asking an important question: What do we, as civilians, owe those who have protected our freedom? This is a message for all ages, military and non-military alike, to better understand and honor the sacrifices made by our veterans and their families.
Tickets can be purchased at the door, or in advance on Eventbrite.com. All attendees will receive a commemorative ticket at the door for which the actor has agreed to stay after the show and sign as a 250 American Celebration keepsake of this experience.

Thank you for honoring our veterans and making this once-in-a-lifetime community event possible to celebrate the 250 America Anniversary. We are honored to bring this event to the area.