an American soldier's story of courage, faith, and fortitude
Rozelle, David
2005
Captain David Rozelle recounts his journey to overcome the loss of his right foot, which he lost in battle, and his fight to return to Iraq to once again serve his country.
In the prison-like school that is his last chance, thirteen-year-old Robbie tries to recover from events that brought him there, including his uncle's war injuries and the death of a classmate who may have been his friend.
Chronicles the transformation of New York City's famous National Guard regiment, the Fighting 69th Infantry, in the days following the September 11 terror attacks.
Provides, in graphic form, information about the state of the world since the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, covering the War on Terror, significant events and individuals, and other related topics.
Donald Rumsfeld recalls his early life and education, and shares details of his long career in politics, from his first political job on Capitol Hill during the Eisenhower administration, to his service as secretary of defense for President George W. Bush.
the inside story of the search for Saddam Hussein--as told by the soldier who masterminded his capture
Maddox, Eric
2008
Army staff sergeant Eric Maddox relates the events that led to Saddam Hussein's capture in December of 2003, discussing his role in interrogation and finding evidence which led to the hiding place of the former dictator.
Ignatius "Brother" Alderman, nearly twelve, promises to help his grandparents keep the family's Oregon ranch the same while his brothers are away and his father is deployed to Iraq, but as he comes to accept the inevitability of change, he also sees the man he is meant to be.