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Book Synopsis: Valor is the magnificent story of a genuine American hero who survived the fall of the Philippines and brutal captivity under the Japanese, from New York Times bestselling author Dan Hampton.
Lieutenant William Frederick “Bill” Harris was 25 years old when captured by Japanese forces during the Battle of Corregidor in May 1942. This son of a decorated Marine general escaped from hell on earth by swimming eight hours through a shark-infested bay; but his harrowing ordeal had just begun.
Shipwrecked on the southern coast of the Philippines, he was sheltered by a Filipino aristocrat, engaged in guerilla fighting, and eventually set off through hostile waters to China. After 29 days of misadventures and violent storms, Harris and his crew limped into a friendly fishing village in the southern Philippines. Evading and fighting for months, he embarked on another agonizing voyage to Australia, but was betrayed by treacherous islanders and handed over to the Japanese.
Held for two years in the notorious Ofuna prisoner-of-war camp outside Yokohama, Harris was continuously starved, tortured, and beaten, but he never surrendered. Teaching himself Japanese, he eavesdropped on the guards and created secret codes to communicate with fellow prisoners. After liberation on August 30, 1945, Bill represented American Marine POWs during the Japanese surrender in Tokyo Bay before joining his father and flying to a home he had not seen in four years.
Valor is a riveting new look at the Pacific War. Through military documents, personal photos, and an unpublished memoir provided by his daughter, Harris’ experiences are dramatically revealed through his own words in the expert hands of bestselling author and retired fighter pilot Dan Hampton. This is the stunning and captivating true story of an American hero.
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Looking for a gripping and inspiring read? Look no further than "Valor: The Astonishing World War II Saga of One Man's Defiance and Indomitable Spirit". Written by bestselling author Dan Hampton, this incredible book tells the extraordinary tale of Lieutenant William Frederick Harris, a true American hero who defied the odds during the fall of the Philippines and his subsequent brutal captivity under the Japanese.
Immerse yourself in the pages of Valor as you follow Harris' harrowing journey. From surviving the Battle of Corregidor and escaping from hell on earth by swimming through shark-infested waters, to being sheltered by a Filipino aristocrat and engaging in guerilla fighting, Harris' resilience and indomitable spirit shine through.
But the challenges didn't end there. Join Harris as he embarks on a treacherous voyage, battling violent storms and evading enemy forces, all in an effort to make it to safety. Throughout it all, Harris never gives up, even when facing the horrors of the notorious Ofuna prisoner-of-war camp.
Discover the incredible story of Lieutenant Harris' survival and unyielding determination. With access to military documents, personal photos, and an unpublished memoir provided by his daughter, Dan Hampton paints a vivid and captivating picture of this American hero's gripping experiences.
Don't miss out on this riveting new look at the Pacific War. "Valor" is a must-read for history buffs, military enthusiasts, and anyone looking to be inspired by the resilience of the human spirit. Get your copy today and immerse yourself in this remarkable true story.
Ready to embark on this extraordinary journey? Order your copy of "Valor: The Astonishing World War II Saga of One Man's Defiance and Indomitable Spirit" now to join Lieutenant Harris in his incredible fight for survival and freedom.
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