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War As They Knew It: Woody Hayes, Bo Schembechler, and America in a Time of Unrest

Name: War As They Knew It: Woody Hayes, Bo Schembechler, and America in a Time of Unrest
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Book Synopsis: The Vietnam War . . .Nixon . . .Kent State . . .The late 1960s and early 1970s were a time of total turmoil in America-the country was being torn apart by a war most people didn't support, young men were being taken away by the draft, and racial tensions were high. Nowhere was this turmoil more evident than on college campuses, the epicenters of the protest movement.

The uncertain times presented a challenge to two of the greatest football coaches of all time. Woody Hayes, the legendary archconservative coach of Ohio State, feared for the future of America. His protégé and rival, Bo Schembechler of the University of Michigan, didn't want to be bothered by these "distractions."

Hayes worshipped General George S. Patton and was friends with President Richard Nixon. Schembechler befriended President Gerald Ford, a former captain and team MVP for the Wolverines. In this enthralling book, Michael Rosenberg dramatically weaves the campus unrest and political upheaval into the story of Hayes and Schembechler.

Their rivalry began with Schembechler arriving in protest-heavy Ann Arbor, Michigan, at the height of the Vietnam War. It ended with Hayes wondering what had happened to his country. War As They Knew It is a sobering and fascinating look at two iconic coaches and a different generation.

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Experience America's turbulent past with War As They Knew It: Woody Hayes, Bo Schembechler, and America in a Time of Unrest. Immerse yourself in this captivating book that delves into the heart of the Vietnam War, the Nixon administration, and the tumultuous era of the late 1960s and early 1970s. Discover how two legendary football coaches, Woody Hayes and Bo Schembechler, navigated through this period of social and political upheaval.

Uncover the untold stories behind these coaching giants as they grappled with the challenges presented by the war, the draft, and profound racial tensions. Hayes, a staunch conservative and admirer of General George S. Patton, feared for the future of his beloved country. Schembechler, on the other hand, sought to shield himself from these "distractions," forming a close bond with President Gerald Ford.

Author Michael Rosenberg masterfully weaves the narrative of the campus protests and political unrest with the fierce rivalry between Hayes and Schembechler. From Schembechler's arrival in protest-heavy Ann Arbor to Hayes' reflections on the state of America, this book will captivate readers with its poignant storytelling.

Delve into the past, gain a fresh perspective on the cultural transformation during this era, and witness the impact it had on two iconic football coaches. War As They Knew It offers a sobering and thought-provoking journey through a different generation that shaped the course of history.

Don't miss out on this enthralling book! Get your copy of War As They Knew It today and dive into the compelling story of Woody Hayes, Bo Schembechler, and America in a time of unrest.

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