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Fly with the men of the 1st Cavalry through the 1968 Tet Offensive, then to Khe Sanh and the A Shau Valley. Join the Special Forces missions to the Ho Chi Minh Trail in Laos and Cambodia. This is a personal, brutally honest, account by a helicopter pilot during the pivotal battles of the Viet Nam war. He is a witness to American victories and the unswerving bravery of his comrades. In pursuit of a determined enemy, they fly with indomitable resolution. Hear of their willingness to face a gauntlet of death each day, and rise the next day to do it all again. He comes home to a bitter unhinged America turning against their army and the people of South Viet Nam. He finds duty and honor ...

Share some of my most cherished childhood memories of growing up in East Oakland during the 1930's. I was the eighth child in a very loving family. Our home was always filled with joy and laughter. Every summer until 1942 we camped along the Stanislaus River. At the age of six, my father passed away. I loved my schools, Jefferson Grammar, Hamilton and Frick Junior High and most of all Fremont High School. World War II drastically changed Oakland and my family forever. Despite disappointments and tragedies, I remember how my mother's pure heart and her faith kept my family strong.

The life of Eggert W. Giere, former professor at North Central College, a story reflecting the importance of character and its impact on others.

Un divertido y ameno recuento del viaje a traves de la vida de un muchacho nacido en la desaparecida población de Armero en el Departamento del Tolima en Colombia y quien en subsecuentes etapas recorrió diferentes regiones de su natal Colombia para definitivamente asentarse en el Estado de Minnesota en los Estados Unidos ya convertido en pensionado y abuelo.

In this short book, Emma Crowell shares some of her favorite works along with lessons she's learned and experiences she's had. A mix of essays, lyrics, and poetry is proudly presented in her first book. You can see what great advice she has to share in "Emma's Informal Collection of Works."

FOCUS of EXTINCT NEVER, DISTINCT FOREVER Almost any African American born before the middle years of the twentieth century has a provocative story to tell; a story which lends itself to a realistic understanding of the relationship between Black and Caucasian citizens of the United States of America. As such EXTINCT NEVER, DISTINCT FOREVER eliminates lamentation, castigation, criticism and prosecution to allow for introspection as each experience suggest deeper insight into the effects of habits and traditions upon race relations in the developing democracy of the U.S. Unlike the novel approach there is an allowance for verification and further exploration. It is the story of one ...

Have you ever wondered where the famous fighter pilot/test pilot Chuck Yeager was born? In this booklet, the author, a U.S. Air Force Cold War veteran, offers interesting photos (and short biographies) of everyone from actor Alan Alda (of M*A*S*H fame) to Muhammad Ali (born Cassius Clay, Jr.)...to Tejano singer Selena (tragically murdered)... It's a brief but fascinating look at some of America's most famous people!

When a person is born and raised on a farm, that person is usually given a foundation for life that prepares them for the rigors needed to become successful in whatever they choose to do. This book is a collection of farm stories that influenced the author to eventually travel the world and compete successfully in a world not designed for the weak. Readers say: "Americana at its finest." "Stunning depiction of farm life back in the day." "I think all of us that lived thru that time wish we could have that time back, if only for a day." "I love your memories. Thank you so much for sharing them. Sorry if I'm repeating myself but they are so interesting. They go with yo ...

Come along on an epic road trip with four crazy college buddies who travel from Minnesota to Mexico during a five-day school break in January of 1994. Watch as the plan for their insane adventure takes shape. See how their different travel challenges are concocted and then implemented. Shiver with them as they depart during a blizzard wearing only t-shirts and bellbottoms. Experience the shenanigans, excitement, danger, surprises, narrow escapes, and all the gut-busting laughter along the open road.