Books matching: personal soldier memoir
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'Quartered Safe Out Here' by George MacDonald Fraser is a World War II memoir that offers a vivid and honest account of the author's experiences as a soldier in Burma. The book delves into the life of a British infantryman on the frontlines, providing a personal view of the 'forgotten war'. Fraser's writing style includes phonetically spelled out accents and recreated conversations, bringing the characters to life and immersing the reader in the day-to-day struggles and camaraderie of the soldiers. The author candidly recounts the horrors of war, the challenges of memory recall, and his reflections on the past, all set against the backdrop of the XIV Army campaign in Burma.
THE FIRST TIME I SMELT JAP was in a deep dry-river bed in the Dry Belt, somewhere near Meiktila. I can no more describe the smell than I could describe a colour, but it was heavy and pungent and compo...- #2
Save:'Why We Lost: A General's Inside Account of the Iraq and Afghanistan Wars' by Daniel P. Bolger is a deep dive into the failures of the U.S. military leadership during the Iraq and Afghanistan wars. The book reflects on the lack of understanding of the enemy, the consequences of arrogance, and the failure to question flawed assumptions. Bolger's writing style is described as well-written, informative, and reflective of his deep institutional knowledge, although it lacks incisive analysis that some readers expected. The book delves into the tactical operations with a focus on the soldiers' courage and struggles, while also touching on the strategic process that led to prolonged ground combat operations.
I am a United States Army general, and I lost the Global War on Terrorism. It’s like Alcoholics Anonymous; step one is admitting you have a problem. Well, I have a problem. So do my peers. And thanks ... - #3
Save:A Soldier's Story by Omar Nelson Bradley is a personal perspective on the latter part of World War II, focusing on the experiences from the deserts of Africa to the defeat of Nazism in Normandy. The book provides a fair and balanced review of Bradley's role in the war, showcasing his excellence as a strategist and tactician. Through anecdotes and reflections on key relationships with generals like Patton, Eisenhower, and DeGaulle, Bradley gives readers insight into the complexities and practicalities of warfare during this historic period.
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Save:"Easy Company Soldier: The Legendary Battles of a Sergeant from World War II's 'Band of Brothers'" by Don Malarkey is a detailed narrative focusing on the real men who were part of Easy Company during World War II. The book delves into the experiences and emotions of the soldiers, providing insights into their lives before, during, and after the war. Malarkey's writing style offers a personal and intimate account, revealing the relationships, strengths, weaknesses, and tensions among the soldiers, presenting a fuller and more substantial picture of the group than other memoirs about Easy Company.
It was January 1945, seven months since me and the guys in the 101st Airborne’s 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment had jumped into that dark sky over Normandy. Now, a handful of us E Company guys were ...
