Finkel, David

Presents the true story of the January 2007 surge into Iraq and President Bush's order to increase the number of American troops in order to provide security to Baghdad and Al Anbar Province.

Charts the experiences of various members of the 2-16 Infantry Battalion after they returned home from active duty. Details the struggles they go through as they reintegrate into civilian life and recover from any psychological disorders they may be facing. Includes black-and-white photographs.

Presents the true story of the January 2007 surge into Iraq and President Bush's order to increase the number of American troops in order to provide security to Baghdad and Al Anbar Province.

Charts the experiences of various members of the 2-16 Infantry Battalion after they returned home from active duty. Details the struggles they go through as they reintegrate into civilian life and recover from any psychological disorders they may be facing. Includes black-and-white photographs.

Relates the author's experiences as an embedded reporter with Battalion 2-16. telling the story of the surge from the perspective of the someone who worked the soldiers every day.