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Book Synopsis: Called “everything a war memoir could possibly be” by The New York Times, this all-time classic of the military memoir genre now includes a new forward from bestselling author and retired Navy SEAL Jocko Willink. Whether he was fifteen years old or forty, David Hackworth devoted his life to the US Army and quickly became a living legend. However, he appeared on TV in 1971 to decry the doomed war effort in Vietnam. From Korea to Berlin and the Cuban missile crisis to Vietnam, Hackworth’s story is that of an exemplary patriot, played against the backdrop of the changing fortunes of America and the US military. This memoir is the stunning indictment of the Pentagon’s fundamental misunderstanding of the Vietnam conflict and of the bureaucracy of self-interest that fueled the war. With About Face, Hackworth has written what many Vietnam veterans have called the most important book of their generation and presents a vivid and powerful portrait of patriotism.
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Looking for a gripping and powerful war memoir that will leave you breathless? Look no further than "About Face: The Odyssey of an American Warrior." This New York Times acclaimed classic is a must-read for all military enthusiasts. With a new forward by bestselling author and retired Navy SEAL Jocko Willink, this book has become everything a war memoir could possibly be.
Step into the shoes of David Hackworth, a living legend of the US Army, as he takes you on a journey through his remarkable life. From his early years as a fifteen-year-old soldier to his experiences in Korea, Berlin, and the Cuban missile crisis, Hackworth's story is one of unwavering dedication and patriotism.
But it was in Vietnam where Hackworth's true mettle shone. In 1971, he courageously appeared on TV to voice his opposition to the doomed war effort. With "About Face," Hackworth unveils the Pentagon's fundamental misunderstanding of the conflict and exposes the self-interest-driven bureaucracy that fueled the war.
This memoir has been hailed as the most important book of its generation by Vietnam veterans. It provides a vivid and powerful portrait of patriotism, shedding light on the changing fortunes of America and the US military. Don't miss out on this eye-opening account that will challenge your perception of war.
Ready to embark on a journey through history with "About Face: The Odyssey of an American Warrior"? Get your hands on a copy now and experience the gripping tales that will leave you captivated until the very last page.
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