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Download or read book Radical Courage written by Eric Alva and published by . This book was released on 2023-07-06 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Expanded Edition with Photos In Radical Courage, retired Marine Staff Sergeant Eric Alva shares his powerful story of coming out as a gay man in the armed forces, as well as his ardent advocacy for diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
Book Synopsis Roberts Ridge by : Malcolm MacPherson
Download or read book Roberts Ridge written by Malcolm MacPherson and published by Dell. This book was released on 2006-07-25 with total page 390 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Afghanistan, March 2002. In the early morning darkness on a frigid mountaintop, a U.S. soldier is stranded, alone, surrounded by fanatical al Qaeda fighters. For the man’s fellow Navy SEALs, and for waiting teams of Army Rangers, there was only one rule now: leave no one behind. In this gripping you-are-there account–based on stunning eyewitness testimony and painstaking research–journalist Malcolm MacPherson thrusts us into a drama of rescue, tragedy, and valor in a place that would be known as... ROBERTS RIDGE For an elite team of SEALs, the mission seemed straightforward enough: take control of a towering 10,240-foot mountain peak called Takur Ghar. Launched as part of Operation Anaconda–a hammer-and-anvil plan to smash Taliban al Qaeda in eastern Afghanistan –the taking of Takur Ghar would offer U.S. forces a key strategic observation post. But the enemy was waiting, hidden in a series of camouflaged trenches and bunkers–and when the Special Forces chopper flared on the peak to land, it was shredded by a hail of machine-gun, small arms, and RPG rounds. A red-haired SEAL named Neil Roberts was thrown from the aircraft. And by the time the shattered helicopter crash-landed on the valley floor seven miles away, Roberts’s fellow SEALs were determined to return to the mountain peak and bring him out–no matter what the cost. Drawing on the words of the men who were there–SEALs, Rangers, medics, combat air controllers, and pilots–this harrowing true account, the first book of its kind to chronicle the battle for Takur Ghar, captures in dramatic detail a seventeen-hour pitched battle fought at the highest elevation Americans have ever waged war. At once an hour-by-hour, bullet-by-bullet chronicle of a landmark battle and a sobering look at the capabilities and limitations of America’s high-tech army, Roberts Ridge is the unforgettable story of a few dozen warriors who faced a single fate: to live or die for their comrades in the face of near-impossible odds.
Download or read book Fearless written by Eric Blehm and published by WaterBrook. This book was released on 2013-05-21 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Go deep into SEAL Team SIX, straight to the heart of one of its most legendary operators. When Navy SEAL Adam Brown woke up on March 17, 2010, he didn’t know he would die that night in the Hindu Kush Mountains of Afghanistan—but he was ready. In a letter to his children, not meant to be seen unless the worst happened, he wrote, “I’m not afraid of anything that might happen to me on this earth, because I know no matter what, nothing can take my spirit from me.” Fearless is the story of a man of extremes, whose courage and determination were fueled by faith, family, and the love of a woman. It’s about a man who waged a war against his own worst impulses, including drug addiction, and persevered to reach the top tier of the U.S. military. In a deeply personal and absorbing chronicle, Fearless reveals a glimpse inside the SEAL Team SIX brotherhood, and presents an indelible portrait of a highly trained warrior whose final act of bravery led to the ultimate sacrifice. Adam Brown was a devoted man who was an unlikely hero but a true warrior, described by all who knew him as…fearless. “As a rule, we don’t endorse books or movies or anything regarding the command where I work—and Adam Brown worked—but as the author writes in Fearless, ‘you have to know the rules, so you know when to bend or break them.’ This is one of those times. Read this book. Period. It succeeds where all the others have failed.” —SEAL Team SIX Operator
Download or read book Good Stuff written by Salman Akhtar and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2013 with total page 221 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: By elucidating the origins, dynamics, social pleasures, and clinical benefits of courage, resilience, gratitude, generosity, forgiveness, and sacrifice, Good Stuff sheds light on a corner of human experience that has remained inadequately understood by psychoanalysts and other...
Book Synopsis We're Not Leaving by : Benjamin J. Luft
Download or read book We're Not Leaving written by Benjamin J. Luft and published by . This book was released on 2011 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "We're Not Leaving" is a compilation of powerful first-person narratives told from the vantage point of World Trade Center disaster workers-police officers, firefighters, construction workers, and other volunteers at the site. While the effects of 9/11 on these everyday heroes and heroines are indelible, and in some cases have been devastating, at the heart of their deeply personal stories-their harrowing escapes from the falling Towers, the egregious environment they worked in for months, the alarming health effects they continue to deal with-is their witness to their personal strength and renewal in the ten years since. These stories, shared by ordinary people who responded to disaster and devastation in extraordinary ways, remind us of America's strength and inspire us to recognize and ultimately believe in our shared values of courage, duty, patriotism, self-sacrifice, and devotion, which guide us in dark times.
Download or read book The Heart of Hell written by Mitch Weiss and published by Dutton Caliber. This book was released on 2016-03 with total page 434 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: On February 17, Landing Craft Infantry 449 was among a dozen gunboats helping to prepare the area for their invasion two days later. From the towering slopes of Mount Suribachi, Japanese forces opened fire, forcing the U.S. commanders to recalculate battlefield plans. They shelled and bombed the newly discovered enemy positions. It was a move that saved countless lives two days later, when tens of thousands of Marines stormed the beach at the Battle of Iwo Jima. Mitch Weiss' The Heart of Hell is the untold story of the crew of Landing Craft Infantry 449.
Book Synopsis Courage Sacrifice Devotion by : Noel Gillespie
Download or read book Courage Sacrifice Devotion written by Noel Gillespie and published by Infinity Pub. This book was released on 2006 with total page 513 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the story of the last bastion of aviation exploration- the Antarctic. This is a story of young aviators going were no one has gone before, than opening up the continent.
Book Synopsis Courage, Sacrifice, and Honor by : Jim Stephens
Download or read book Courage, Sacrifice, and Honor written by Jim Stephens and published by RWG Publishing. This book was released on 2023-05-23 with total page 70 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Courage, Sacrifice, and Honor: Tales from the Frontline Heroes is a captivating and inspiring book that explores the experiences of frontline soldiers and the impact of war on individuals and societies. Through a collection of compelling stories and interviews, readers will gain insight into the struggles and triumphs of soldiers who have risked their lives to serve their country and defend their values. From the call to duty that inspired them to join the military, to the challenges they faced on the frontline and the memories that will stay with them forever, this book provides a comprehensive and nuanced view of the experiences of frontline soldiers. Readers will gain a deeper understanding of the evolution of soldiers from rookies to veterans, the bonds of brotherhood that are formed in times of war, and the different leadership styles that can make or break a military operation. The book also explores the impact of war on society, from the struggle for equality to the lasting legacy of conflict. It examines the cost of war in terms of lives lost and families left behind, as well as the resilience and strength of soldiers who have been injured but not defeated. Throughout the book, readers will be inspired by the courage, selflessness, and sacrifice of frontline soldiers, and will gain a greater appreciation for their contributions to society. This book is a must-read for anyone who is interested in military history, social justice, or the human experience in times of conflict. It is a powerful tribute to the heroes among us who have risked everything to defend our freedoms and way of life.
Book Synopsis Real Animal Heroes by : Paul Drew Stevens
Download or read book Real Animal Heroes written by Paul Drew Stevens and published by Signet Book. This book was released on 1997-02-20 with total page 244 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: These 53 enchanting true tales of lifesaving animal bravery will truly touch the heart and lift the spirits. For anyone who has ever cared for an animal, these stories teach an unforgettable lesson of courage, commitment, and the power of love.
Book Synopsis Into the Vortex of Fire (HB) by : James H. Lamason
Download or read book Into the Vortex of Fire (HB) written by James H. Lamason and published by Dorrance Publishing. This book was released on 2021-10-01 with total page 168 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Into the Vortex of Fire (HB) By: James H. Lamason with Gerard E. Mayers “It is… the stories of the men who were there, those who came back and those who never would, that form the backbone of this work. Author Jim Lamason, long a friend, and collaborator Gerry Mayers (co-author of our book of human interest stories of the Irish in the Civil War) tell the story of one man from New Jersey and his comrades who sweated, toiled, and bled at Gettysburg. This book is a fitting tribute to the sons of New Jersey whose lives were forever changed in the fields that we now know as the Gettysburg National Military Park.” - Scott Mingus, Sr.
Book Synopsis 8 Seconds of Courage by : Flo Groberg
Download or read book 8 Seconds of Courage written by Flo Groberg and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2017-11-07 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Describes the author's childhood relocation from France to the U.S., where as a naturalized citizen he joined the military and served multiple tours in Afghanistan before he was wounded while protecting his patrol from a suicide bomber.
Download or read book Waves of Courage written by Wayde Rowsell and published by Library and Archives Canada. This book was released on 2019-10-23 with total page 396 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dedicated to the young recruits and seasoned sailors in need on broken ships and the women and men who came to their rescue. The book tells the true story of a convoy of United States Ships in the North Atlantic 3 months after the United States officially entered World War II. The USS Truxtun DD 229 and USS Wilkes DD 441 were tasked to protect the supplies ship, USS Pollux AKS 2 with its secret cargo. The narrative details the stormy voyage of the three ships from Portland, Maine, USA, to the shores of Lawn Bay and Chamber Cove, Newfoundland Canada. It chronicles the heroic efforts and valor of sailors in their struggle to man their ships and survive the icy waters, perilous currents and windswept land assisted by the men and women of Newfoundland. This collection of stories documents the honor of the crews, both victims and survivors, and the humanity and spirit of kindred people [women and men] who faced insurmountable odds to rescue their fellow man. The story shows the gratitude of the U.S government who bestowed a gift to the residents of St. Lawrence and Lawn in thanking them in saving U.S citizens. The story tells the tale of the disaster but also the aftermath and return of survivors many years later.It is a testament to the grit and courage of those sailors who endured the Battle of the Atlantic who savored call to service on the open sea. It is a story of inclusion, raw spirit and tenacity. Their names are written in the Honor books of History; their stories should never be forgotten.
Download or read book Men of Air written by Kevin Wilson and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2019-02-05 with total page 610 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bomber combat crews faced a wide array of perils as they flew over German territory. Bursts of heavy flak could tear the wings from their planes in a split second. Flaming bullets from German fighter planes could explode their fuel tanks, cut their oxygen supplies, destroy their engines. Thousands of young men were shot, blown up, or thrown from their planes five miles above the earth; and even those who returned faced the subtler dangers of ice and fog as they tried to land their battered aircraft back home.The winter of 1944 was the most dangerous time to be a combat airman in RAF Bomber Command. The chances of surviving a tour were as low as one in five, and morale had finally hit rock bottom. In this comprehensive history of the air war that year, Kevin Wilson describes the most dangerous period of the Battle of Berlin, and the unparalleled losses over Magdeburg, Leipzig and Nuremberg.Men of Air reveals how these ordinary men coped with the extraordinary pressure of flying, the loss of their colleagues, and the threat of death or capture. Brilliantly placing these stories within the context of The Great Escape, D-Day, the defeat of the V1 menace, and more, Wilson shows how the sheer grit and determination of these "Men of Air" finally turned the tide against the Germans.
Book Synopsis The Executive's Compass by : James O'Toole
Download or read book The Executive's Compass written by James O'Toole and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 1995-04-20 with total page 178 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: American society has become increasingly polarized by single- and special-interest groups: the Greens, who demand environmental purity; admirers of Japan who want a national industrial policy; supply-side economists who want government to all but disappear. This collision of values has turned America into a battleground of either/or tradeoffs: the community vs. the individual, the environment vs. jobs, the rights of each ethnic group vs. the needs of the nation for unity. Whose values should prevail? Those of Libertarians? Communitarians? Egalitarians? Corporatists? The nation's leadership role in the post-communist world will be largely determined by how such conflicts in the political economy are resolved. Increasingly, business executives find themselves drawn into these values wars, forced to make decisions in a hothouse climate in which there are countless and conflicting opinions about what is right and wrong. Business leaders find themselves caught in the values thicket when they attempt to formulate corporate policy on such issues as plant closings, executive compensation, corporate governance, and affirmative action. In The Executive's Compass, James O'Toole guides business leaders through this minefield of modern dilemmas. In the words of ARCO's CEO, Lod Cook, "O'Toole provides business leaders with a practical compass to help them navigate the turbulent waters of social change and political conflict." O'Toole explores the philosophical and historical underpinnings of contemporary business problems, tracing their origins to the ideas of such great thinkers as Aristotle, Adam Smith, J.S. Mill, and Jefferson. By going to the roots of modern issues, he is able to clarify the sources of political disagreement, and to suggest a practical course of action for corporate leaders who find themselves caught in the gridlock of democracy. He provides an innovative values compass--a tool he has honed for over forty years as a moderator of the Aspen Institute Executive Seminar--which has been successfully applied at FORTUNE 500 firms as an introduction to the values-based management for which the Aspen Institute is renowned. The compass helps executives to understand what is wrong (and right) with our democratic system, and what the role of business is in creating The Good Society. For top executives, general managers, or anyone trying to make sense out of our rapidly changing world, The Executive's Compass helps managers deal more effectively with today's thorny issues.
Download or read book Soldier Stories written by Joe L. Wheeler and published by HarperChristian + ORM. This book was released on 2006-12-03 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: True stories of people who endured the shock and trauma of war—and whose spirits triumphed. A priest in the infamous Bataan Death March who kept others alive with his faithful recitation of the Lord’s Prayer The journey to faith by a skeptical B-17 copilot lost at sea A young American widow caught in the “Dresden Inferno” who survived the firestorm with her three children The lesson of post-war forgiveness learned by a British soldier tortured by the Japanese A rowdy Arizona cowboy who achieved World War I flying ace status in a matter of weeks and many more Soldier Stories’ true, soul-stirring accounts of those who have risen to the challenge of unimaginable circumstances will inspire you—no matter what obstacles you may face.
Book Synopsis For Love of Country by : Howard Schultz
Download or read book For Love of Country written by Howard Schultz and published by Vintage. This book was released on 2014-11-04 with total page 203 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A celebration of the extraordinary courage, dedication, and sacrifice of this generation of American veterans on the battlefield and their equally valuable contributions on the home front. Because so few of us now serve in the military, our men and women in uniform have become strangers to us. We stand up at athletic events to honor them, but we hardly know their true measure. Here, Starbucks CEO and longtime veterans’ advocate Howard Schultz and National Book Award finalist Rajiv Chandrasekaran of The Washington Post offer an enlightening, inspiring corrective. The authors honor acts of uncommon valor in Iraq and Afghanistan, including an Army sergeant who repeatedly runs through a storm of gunfire to save the lives of his wounded comrades; two Marines who sacrifice their lives to halt an oncoming truck bomb and protect thirty-three of their brothers in arms; a sixty-year-old doctor who joins the Navy to honor his fallen son. We also see how veterans make vital contributions once they return home, drawing on their leadership skills and commitment to service: former soldiers who aid residents in rebuilding after natural disasters; a former infantry officer who trades in a Pentagon job to teach in an inner-city neighborhood; a retired general leading efforts to improve treatments for brain-injured troops; the spouse of a severely injured soldier assisting families in similar positions. These powerful, unforgettable stories demonstrate just how indebted we are to those who protect us and what they have to offer our nation when their military service is done.
Book Synopsis Courage and Sacrifice by : Paul Pirrotta
Download or read book Courage and Sacrifice written by Paul Pirrotta and published by . This book was released on 2020-06-17 with total page 214 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Italian immigrants who began arriving in Hartford in the 1860's endured and overcame impossible living, working and social conditions, they overcame open discrimination in all aspects of daily life.Despite these enormous obstacles in the span of one generation they went from "digger of ditches to hiring people to dig ditches for them: .academic degrees are not uncommon among Italians here". They had a simple formula: work kard, save money, buy properties and educate their children. Those of us who immigrated to Hartford in the following decades owe them an eternal debt of gratitude. Their success is a testimonial to the idea of a melting pot that is America !
