Description: Palgraves Great Generals Series is an important and inspiring contribution to our understanding of modern-day warfare. Every book in the series will provide invaluable insight into the legacies of eminent military leaders and take the reader on a gripping tour of the most spectacular maneuvers, missions and battles in world history. Gen. Wesley K. Clark
Brief description:
Richard B. Frank was an aerorifle platoon leader in the 101st Airborne Division in the Vietnam War. His books include Guadalcanal, winner of the General William Greene Award from the Marine Corps, and Downfall, winner of the Harry S. Truman Book Award.
Review Quotes:
"Tom Weiner's straightforward narration is an excellent fit for the no-nonsense story of a boy born in military barracks and brought up in a military family...With a crisp, unfussy delivery, Weiner portrays a man whose actions in Korea enabled the containment of Communist China for 50 years and whose ego made many powerful enemies, ultimately leading to the end of his military career."
-- "AudioFile"