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Courage Under Fire
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Author : James B. Stockdale
language : en
Publisher: Hoover Press
Release Date : 1993
Courage Under Fire written by James B. Stockdale and has been published by Hoover Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1993 with Biography & Autobiography categories.
When physical disability from combat wounds brought about Jim Stockdale's early retirement from military life, he had the distinction of being the only three-star officer in the history of the navy to wear both aviator wings and the Congressional Medal of Honor. His writings have been many and varied, but all converge on the central theme of how man can rise with dignity to prevail in the face of adversity.
Courage Under Fire
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Author : Daniel Keighran VC
language : en
Publisher: Macmillan Publishers Aus.
Release Date : 2020-10-27
Courage Under Fire written by Daniel Keighran VC and has been published by Macmillan Publishers Aus. this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-10-27 with Biography & Autobiography categories.
'A man selfless in the face of threat. Courageous in the face of terror. Generous in the face of suffering. And humble in the face of an honour bestowed.' Dame Quentin Bryce On 24 August 2010, in battle in Afghanistan, Corporal Daniel Keighran risked his life in a hail of gunfire to save his fellow soldiers. His actions saw him awarded the Victoria Cross for Australia, making him the 99th Australian to receive our country's highest award for bravery. Courage Under Fire tells of Daniel's unlikely journey to become one of Australia's most celebrated soldiers. Growing up was tough for Daniel. When he was eleven, his father showed up in his life, for the first time, with a gunshot wound to the stomach. He relocated his son, daughter and their mother 400 kilometres away from their loving grandparents and a coastal home to a shack with a dirt floor in outback Queensland. From then on, Daniel fought to maintain a sense of order and purpose amid the chaos of family violence and criminal activity. Inspired by his much-loved grandfather, a WWII veteran, Daniel joined the army. There he found the structure that was missing from his teen years. Although just 17, Daniel adapted quickly to the demands of life in the military, always willing to learn, always wanting to grow, always seeking to emulate the example of his grandfather. Courage Under Fire is an outstanding military memoir, packed with tales of multiple tours, accounts of extraordinary camaraderie, and a reflection on the unseen cost of service. Most of all it is a testament to the idea that anything is possible if you know what you stand for. LONGLISTED FOR THE COLIN RODERICK AWARD 2021 PRAISE FOR COURAGE UNDER FIRE 'One of Australia's most reluctant heroes. A raw, honest, humorous and inspirational story of a modern soldier and the burden of heroism.' Mark Donaldson VC 'From a tough upbringing in outback Queensland to selfless courage on the battlefield in Afghanistan to save his mates, this book tells the inspirational story of a soldier's soldier.' Air Chief Marshal Sir Angus Houston AK, AFC (Ret'd) 'Daniel Keighran would say that he was an ordinary man, just a soldier doing his job. From the occasional chaos and sometimes drama, of his upbringing, in the Army he became remarkable. His gallantry and willingness to put his life on the line is an inspiration to every other man and woman in uniform and to the wider Australian community. His humility and self-effacement since his award only adds to our admiration of this exceptional man.' General Sir Peter Cosgrove AK, AC(Mil), CVO, MC (Ret'd) 'Courage Under Fire reveals the character of a man who wears humility more comfortably than his medals. Leadership can't be taught, but it can be learned. The power is in the story. To read this one is to be a better person and a better leader.' Dr Brendan Nelson AO 'Daniel Keighran's story, from humble beginnings to national celebrity, is one of personal character, extraordinary courage and deep compassion for his mates. His story will make all Australians proud.' Major General John Cantwell AO, DSC (Ret'd) 'The Royal Australian Regiment, to which Dan belonged, has the motto "Duty First". He is the epitome of what that requires of those who serve in its ranks. He is a great Australian with a great Australian story to tell.' Lieutenant General David Morrison AO (Ret'd)
Courage Under Fire
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Author : Adam Miller
language : en
Publisher: Capstone Classroom
Release Date : 2014-07-01
Courage Under Fire written by Adam Miller and has been published by Capstone Classroom this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-07-01 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
"Provides gripping accounts of Army, Navy, Air Force, and Marines servicemen and servicewomen who showed exceptional courage during combat"--
Strength Under Fire
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Author : Lindsay McKenna
language : en
Publisher: Zebra Books
Release Date : 2021-09-28
Strength Under Fire written by Lindsay McKenna and has been published by Zebra Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-09-28 with Fiction categories.
New York Times bestselling author Lindsay McKenna returns to Silver Creek, Wyoming, where a Black Ops veteran finds the strength to fight again when a dangerous terrorist group comes after his beautiful boss . . . Bereft after the brutal loss of her parents, Dana Scott sinks nearly every dime of her inheritance into buying Wildflower Ranch, believing that once she restores the rustic cabin, and farms the untamed acreage, her soul will be whole once more. Hiring wrangler Colin Gallagher to help out just makes sense. But as she works side by side with the handsome loner, she feels an unexpected kinship, and a longing for connection she believed was lost to her forever . . . Colin is only in Silver Creek long enough to make some money and move on. Restless, spiritually broken, the former Army Ranger has nothing left to give after his harrowing time in battle. But helping Dana make a life for herself has him yearning for more. Until the domestic terrorists that destroyed Dana’s family catch up with her, determined to silence her forever. It’s a threat that has Colin calling on all his considerable training to keep safe the woman who has taken hold of his heart . . . “The romance is . . . rich with emotion and intensified by suspense.” —Publishers Weekly starred review on Silver Creek Fire
Courage Under Fire
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Author : Ed Sherwood
language : en
Publisher: Casemate
Release Date : 2021-03-26
Courage Under Fire written by Ed Sherwood and has been published by Casemate this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-03-26 with History categories.
“A thorough examination of Operation Lamar Plain from the point of view of the soldiers on the ground, particularly those of Sherwood’s company.” —ARMY Magazine Courage Under Fire is the first book published about Operation Lamar Plain. After 50 years, the story of the renowned 101st Airborne’s major offensive near Tam Ky, South Vietnam remains largely unknown. Fighting at Tam Ky by the 1st Brigade began 15 May 1969 while the 101st’s 3rd Brigade battled on Hamburger Hill. The political consequences of Hamburger Hill’s high casualties caused Lamar Plain and its high casualties to remain classified and undisclosed. Decades later, the fighting at Tam Ky is mostly forgotten except by those who fought there. Sherwood’s superb research of now declassified records uncovers how such a large battle could remain hidden and undisclosed. But that is not the heart of his story. His focus is on the courage and commitment of the young infantry soldiers who fought. Courage Under Fire uses actual battle records and eyewitness accounts to follow “Never Quit” Delta Company and its sister companies through 28 days of continuous combat at Tam Ky. Delta Company’s soldiers lived up to their motto despite increasing casualties, a tough enemy, harsh battlefield conditions, and loss of leaders. For all who fought at Tam Ky, their bravery and devotion to duty in an increasingly unpopular war is worthy to be remembered. With veterans of Tam Ky now growing older and fewer in number, it is past time to tell their story. “Sherwood has written one of the best, most comprehensive accounts of Vietnam War combat published to date.” —MHQ: The Quarterly Journal of Military History
Thoughts Of A Philosophical Fighter Pilot
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Author : James B. Stockdale
language : en
Publisher: Hoover Press
Release Date : 1995
Thoughts Of A Philosophical Fighter Pilot written by James B. Stockdale and has been published by Hoover Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1995 with Biography & Autobiography categories.
Thoughts on issues of character, leadership, integrity, personal and public virtue, and ethics, the selections in this volume converge around the central theme of how man can rise with dignity to prevail in the face of adversity lessons just as valid for the challenges of present-day life as they were for the author's Vietnam experience."
Courage Under Fire
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Author : Wiley Sword
language : en
Publisher: St. Martin's Press
Release Date : 2011-03-29
Courage Under Fire written by Wiley Sword and has been published by St. Martin's Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011-03-29 with History categories.
"If it is necessary that I should fall on the battlefield for . . . my courage does not halt or falter" – Major Sullivan Ballou, 1861, prior to the Battle of Bull Run In Courage Under Fire, award-winning historian Wiley Sword captures the fervor of a nation at war with itself; a war that pitted brother against brother. Through the immediacy of diaries and letters written not only on the battlefields and in camps but also on the deathbeds of soldiers from both the North and South, Sword lays bare the complexities and depth of a soldier's mind in coming to grips with life and death – even while his country, and often his family, is mercilessly ripped apart. From wives and mothers to the highest military figures, all strived toward often worthy but difficult objectives, while seeking to suffer as little as possible. Featured in this compelling study of men and women facing the severest stress of their lives are fascinating stories such as that of Union Lieutenant Colonel Frank Curtiss. He was ordered to take his regiment, the 127th Illinois, in a hopeless charge against the enemy's fortified lines at Atlanta, Ga. on August 3, 1864. Aware that many of his men would die needlessly and for minimal tactical gain, he refused to obey these orders. The moral courage to fight meant also to appropriately assess the risks and weigh the loss in lives of one's soldiers. Confederate General John Bell Hood's decision to sacrifice much of his army at Franklin, Tennessee on November 30th 1864, ranks as one of the saddest events of the war. His aggressive behavior is assessed in terms of both moral and physical courage, providing a revealing insight into the character of one of the war's key commanders. The prospect of death in battle was a fearsome prospect for Lucy Morse, who kept desperate hope her husband, William H. Morse, would survive the fighting. She wrote to him,"I was almost crazy before I heard from you for fear that you had shared the fate of many a brave soldier." Her story and that of the fateful events in their lives provides graphic evidence of the fiber of America's soldiers and their worthy families. In a revealing portrait of courage and its often bloody consequences, Wiley Sword conveys a vivid picture of bravery under extreme stress, which is fully appropriate in today's world.
Courage Under Fire
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Author : Steven A. Sund
language : en
Publisher: Blackstone Publishing
Release Date : 2023-01-03
Courage Under Fire written by Steven A. Sund and has been published by Blackstone Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-01-03 with Biography & Autobiography categories.
On January 6, 2021, for the first time since the War of 1812, the US Capitol came under siege. Blood was spilled in the halls of Congress, marking one of the darkest days in American history and testing the courage of those defending it. Courage Under Fire, named to honor the bravery of Capitol defenders, is former US Capitol Police Chief Steven A. Sund’s firsthand account of the events leading up to and during that attack. Chief Sund’s narrative delivers a gripping, minute-by-minute account of the brutal assault as law enforcement officers—outnumbered fifty-eight to one—fought valiantly to defend the Capitol against an enraged mob. Despite Sund’s repeated pleas for assistance, the National Guard was delayed due to political hesitation, arriving only after the Capitol had been secured. Officers were assaulted with pipes, flagpoles, boards, makeshift weapons, bear spray, and other chemical irritants. Pipe bombs were discovered near the DNC and RNC, which Sund viewed as diversionary tactics designed to distract and escalate the chaos. Law enforcement faced intense and immediate criticism from the media and members of Congress in the charged, post–George Floyd, “Defund the Police” climate, with little recognition of Sund’s efforts to regain control of the Capitol. Despite his repeated requests for reinforcements and decisive actions, Sund was subjected to immense pressure and ultimately forced to resign. Meanwhile, Congress, led by those responsible for key decisions that left the Capitol vulnerable before and during the attack, impeached a sitting president. Ironically, while Sund was forced to resign, Congress’s direct role in the Capitol’s vulnerability was ignored. The leaders at the Pentagon who stalled the National Guard were lauded as heroes, while the real heroes—Sund and his officers—were left to bear the blame for the chaos they were forced to confront. As one of only ten men to serve as chief of the US Capitol Police, Sund details his command decisions, the intelligence failures that left his officers exposed, and the obstacles he encountered in securing National Guard support. His account, validated by journalists and congressional reviews, presents a clear, factual recounting of the crisis—not a political exposé. Sund’s story highlights the unprecedented challenges his officers faced, their courage, and the lingering questions about why the Capitol was left so vulnerable on that fateful day.
Dogs At War
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Author : Blythe Hamer
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2001
Dogs At War written by Blythe Hamer and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2001 with Dogs categories.
Dogs at War is a fascinating collection of true-life accounts of canine courage under fire. In military conflicts around the world, these often unsung heroes have proved themselves time and time again to be the soldier's best friend in moments of crisis, and many have won decorations for their acts of bravery. From the 'kamikaze' mine-attack dogs used by the Red Army to destroy panzers in the invading Wehrmacht's tank parks, to the parachuting dog who went into action with a British airborne division in World War Two, and the forgotten 'War Dogs' who saved up to 10,000 lives in the Vietnam War, these extraordinary stories will appeal not just to military history enthusiasts but to all true dog lovers.
Summary Of Steven Sund S Courage Under Fire
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Author : Milkyway Media
language : en
Publisher: Milkyway Media
Release Date : 2024-02-14
Summary Of Steven Sund S Courage Under Fire written by Milkyway Media and has been published by Milkyway Media this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2024-02-14 with Biography & Autobiography categories.
Get the Summary of Steven Sund's Courage under Fire in 20 minutes. Please note: This is a summary & not the original book. "Courage under Fire" by Steven Sund delves into the escalating tensions and divisions in the United States leading up to and following the 2016 election, culminating in the violent events of January 6, 2021. Sund, the Chief of the United States Capitol Police (USCP) during this period, provides a firsthand account of the challenges faced by law enforcement amidst growing distrust in officials, media polarization, and social divisiveness...