Summaries of books about Military History:
Three Wise Men
A Navy SEAL, a Green Beret, and How Their Marine Brother Became a War's Sole Survivor
Beau Wise|Tom Sileo
The book chronicles the harrowing experiences of the Wise brothers, who served in the U.S. military during the post-9/11 wars. It focuses on Beau Wise, the sole surviving brother, as he copes with the loss of his two siblings—one a Navy SEAL and the other a Green Beret—while grappling with the personal toll of war and the enduring bonds of brotherhood.
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We Band of Angels
The Untold Story of the American Women Trapped on Bataan
Elizabeth M. Norman
The book recounts the experiences of American nurses who were captured by the Japanese during World War II after the fall of the Philippines. It details their survival, resilience, and heroism as prisoners of war on Bataan and Corregidor until their eventual liberation.
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Judy
A Dog in a Million: From Runaway Puppy to the World's Most Heroic Dog
Damien Lewis
The book tells the true story of Judy, an English pointer who became a WWII canine hero, surviving harsh conditions and providing companionship to POWs. It chronicles her life from a mischievous puppy to her incredible acts of bravery and loyalty as a war dog, including her time spent in Japanese prisoner-of-war camps.
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The Only Thing Worth Dying For
How Eleven Green Berets Fought for a New Afghanistan (P.S.)
Eric Blehm
The book chronicles the harrowing mission of a team of U.S. Army Special Forces (Green Berets) who, in the wake of 9/11, joined forces with Hamid Karzai to combat the Taliban and Al-Qaeda in Afghanistan. It details their courageous efforts to navigate treacherous terrain, forge alliances with local tribes, and engage in fierce combat, ultimately leading to the establishment of a new Afghan government.
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Teddy Suhren, Ace of Aces
Memoirs of a U-Boat Rebel
Teddy Shuren
The book is a personal account of Reinhard 'Teddy' Suhren, a renowned German U-boat commander during World War II, detailing his experiences, tactics, and rebellious nature against Nazi leadership. It provides insight into life aboard a U-boat, the psychological toll of undersea warfare, and Suhren's perspective on the conflict and his own actions.
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Run Through the Jungle
Real Adventures in Vietnam with the 173Rd Airborne Brigade
Larry J. Musson
The book recounts the author's personal experiences as a soldier in the Vietnam War, serving with the 173rd Airborne Brigade. It provides a detailed narrative of combat operations, daily life in the jungle, and the camaraderie among soldiers during one of America's most controversial conflicts.
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Sgt. Reckless
America's War Horse
Robin Hutton
The book chronicles the true story of a small Mongolian mare, Reckless, who became a decorated war horse for the U.S. Marine Corps during the Korean War. It details her heroic actions, including carrying ammunition under heavy fire and forming a close bond with the Marines, which earned her the status of an American hero.
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I Escaped from Auschwitz
The Shocking True Story of the World War II Hero Who Escaped the Nazis and Helped Save Over 200,000 Jews
Rudolf Vrba
The book recounts the harrowing experiences of Rudolf Vrba, who escaped from the Auschwitz concentration camp in 1944. It details his eyewitness account of the atrocities committed there and his subsequent mission to inform the world about the Holocaust, ultimately aiding in the rescue of over 200,000 Jews by warning them of impending deportations.
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Miracle at Midway
Gordon W. Prange|Donald M. Goldstein|Katherine V. Dillon
The book provides a detailed account of the Battle of Midway during World War II, analyzing the strategies, tactics, and decisions that led to the pivotal American victory over the Japanese navy. It draws on extensive research and eyewitness accounts to reconstruct the events of June 1942, highlighting the crucial role of intelligence and luck in changing the course of the Pacific War.
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A Time For Trumpets
The Untold Story of the Battle of the Bulge
Charles B. MacDonald
The book provides a detailed account of the Battle of the Bulge, a pivotal WWII conflict, from the perspective of American forces. It combines personal narratives, strategic analysis, and historical research to give readers an in-depth understanding of the events and decisions that shaped the battle's outcome.
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