The Allgoods: Vietnam Through the Eyes of Love
In 1971, two young Air Force veterans — Richard and Sarah Allgood — found themselves separated by the Vietnam War, yet connected through hundreds of heartfelt letters.
Decades later, after their passing, their daughter discovered a preserved box of their correspondence: a story of love, family, courage, and hope written one letter at a time.
The Allgoods: Vietnam Through the Eyes of Love shares these personal letters, weaving a timeless narrative of war, separation, and enduring devotion. Join us as we honor their legacy and explore how even in the hardest times, love finds a way.
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The Allgoods: Vietnam Through the Eyes of Love
June 17, 1971 (Part Two): “You Bet Your Sweet ‘Quiff’ You Do”
This is the second letter my dad, Captain Dick Allgood, wrote on June 17, 1971 — a quiet but incredibly tender note sent from Vietnam to my mom, Sarah, who was back at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio, pregnant with me.
He opens with a simple apology: he missed the morning mail run, so he’s sending this one regular. But what follows is anything but ordinary.
He tells her to always dream of him — “wet or dry” — and thanks her for the audio tape she sent, while gently admitting he “cheated with only one side.” And then, as only he could, he signs off with a love note straight from the heart. He reminds her that there’s a man out there, completely in love with a girl named Sarah — and that she can “bet her sweet ‘quiff’” exactly who that man is.
As their daughter, I never got to see this version of their love while they were alive. But here it is — in ink, in his voice, with all the humor, devotion, and softness that made their bond so unshakable.
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The Allgoods: Vietnam Through the Eyes of Love is a personal podcast project based on real letters exchanged between Capt. Richard Allgood and Capt. Sarah Allgood during the Vietnam War. Photos of the original letters, family snapshots, and behind-the-scenes commentary are available for supporters.
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