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Flyboys
by James Bradley
A chilling true story of World War II describes the story of eight young American airmen who were shot down over Chichi Jima, one of whom was rescued by an American submarine and went on to become president of the United States, and the other seven who were captured by Japanese troops and whose fate has remained a secret for nearly sixty years.
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Beyond Band of Brothers
by Richard D. Winters
The commander of Easy Company provides a firsthand memoir of combat during World War II, describing the role of a group immortalized as the "Band of Brothers" during the D-Day invasion, the Battle of the Bulge, the march into Germany, the liberation of an S.S. death camp, and beyond.
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American Lion : Andrew Jackson in the White House
by Jon Meacham
Chronicles the life and career of the military hero and seventh president of the United States, critically analyzing his role during a turbulent era in history, the political crises and personal upheaval that surrounded him and his legacy for the modern presidency. Reprint. A New York Times Notable Book and a Washington Post Best Book of the Year.
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Patton : A Biography
by Alan Axelrod
A first installment of a new series dedicated to the lives of eminent military leaders profiles the iconic American general as a controversial tactician whose methods and legacy still evoke heated debates, in an account that evaluates his military innovations, conflict strategies, and contributions to preparing America's first generation of desert soldiers.
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General Patton : A Soldier's Life
by Stanley P. Hirshson
A portrait of the complex Third Army general draws on previously untapped archival materials as well as government and family records to discuss such topics as his military maneuvers, belief in a soldier's Valhalla, connection to a labor strike, relief from command, and controversial decisions.
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The Pattons : A Personal History of an American family
by Robert H. Patton
The Pattons is an exceptional portrait of the famous military family, eloquently written by the grandson of its most illustrious member, George S. Patton. Washington Post critic Jonathan Yardley called it 'one of the best books of the year.'
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Patton, Montgomery, Rommel : Masters of War
by Terry Brighton
An account of World War II as it was experienced by three influential commanders draws on primary source materials to evaluate their explosive relationships with one another, their command talents, and their enthusiasm for publicity
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