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The Last Ridge: The Epic Story of America's First Mountain Soldiers and the Assault on Hitler's Europe

Name: The Last Ridge: The Epic Story of America's First Mountain Soldiers and the Assault on Hitler's Europe
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Book Synopsis: When World War II broke out in Europe, the American army had no specialized division of mountain soldiers. But in the winter of 1939–40, after a tiny band of Finnish mountain troops brought the invading Soviet army to its knees, an amateur skier named Charles Minot “Minnie” Dole convinced the United States Army to let him recruit an extraordinary assortment of European expatriates, wealthy ski bums, mountaineers, and thrill-seekers and form them into a unique band of Alpine soldiers. These men endured nearly three years of grueling training in the Colorado Rockies and in the process set new standards for both soldiering and mountaineering. The newly forged 10th Mountain Division finally faced combat in the winter of 1945, in Italy’s Apennine Mountains, against the seemingly unbreakable German fortifications north of the Gothic Line. There, they planned and executed what is still regarded as the most daring series of nighttime mountain attacks in U.S. military history, taking Mount Belvedere and the sheer, treacherous face of Riva Ridge to smash the linchpin of the German army’s lines.Drawing on unique cooperation from veterans of the 10th Mountain Division and a vast archive of unpublished letters and documents, The Last Ridge is written with enormous warmth, energy, and honesty. This is one of the most captivating stories of World War II, a blend of Band of Brothers and Into Thin Air. It is a story of young men asked to do the impossible, and succeeding.

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Are you ready to embark on an epic journey through the pages of history? Look no further than "The Last Ridge: The Epic Story of America's First Mountain Soldiers and the Assault on Hitler's Europe." This riveting book will transport you back to World War II, where a group of extraordinary individuals defied all odds and accomplished the impossible.

Immerse yourself in the captivating tale of Charles Minot "Minnie" Dole, an amateur skier who convinced the United States Army to assemble a unique group of Alpine soldiers. These brave men underwent rigorous training in the formidable Colorado Rockies, setting new standards for both soldiering and mountaineering. Inspired by the daring exploits of Finnish mountain troops, the 10th Mountain Division was born.

As you turn each page, you'll be gripped by the relentless challenges faced by these courageous soldiers. Finally seeing combat in Italy's Apennine Mountains, they confronted the unyielding German fortifications. Witness the gripping accounts of their daring nighttime mountain attacks, which are still hailed as the most audacious in U.S. military history. From reclaiming Mount Belvedere to conquering the treacherous face of Riva Ridge, their victories shattered the linchpin of the German army's lines.

With unparalleled access to veterans of the 10th Mountain Division and a treasure trove of unpublished letters and documents, "The Last Ridge" offers a unique and authentic perspective. You'll be captivated by the warmth, energy, and honesty that permeate every page. This is a story that seamlessly blends the camaraderie of "Band of Brothers" with the thrilling allure of "Into Thin Air."

Don't miss your chance to be part of this incredible journey. Discover the heroic triumphs and extraordinary sacrifices of young men who pushed themselves beyond limits to achieve the impossible. Experience history come alive with "The Last Ridge." Click here to embark on this unforgettable adventure today!

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