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Neville Chamberlain is often remembered as the man who tried to appease Adolf Hitler, only to watch the world spiral into war. But his story is more than just a cautionary tale of appeasement—it’s a journey of a man who believed, against all odds, that he could stop the next great war before it began.

Trigger Warning is a story of success, triumph, trauma and overcoming. This is the story of a former Special Operations Engineer as he worked relentlessly to rekindle his life after the war. Spoken in a light-hearted, raw and humorous warmth, Trigger Warning is Nathan's final chapter, before he begins his new life free from the pain and despair of his past. A story that displays the remarkable resilience of the human spirit, and that it's never too late to transform all that you are.

Barry Broman joined the CIA in 1971 straight out of the Marine Corps, choosing a career in intelligence largely because he wanted to spend his working life in Southeast Asia. Over the next thirty years, he had the privilege of working with brave men and women who were prepared to put their lives on the line in support of the free world during the Cold War, and he enjoyed the life of adventure he had been seeking since childhood. This book brings together tales from his career as a CIA case officer during the Cold War.

Владимир Агранович – режиссер-документалист, военный корреспондент, автор документального фильма Донбасс. Признанный и художественного сериала о Донбассе Мобилизация. В основе текстов В. Аграновича лежат реальные события 2014 года, происходящие на Донбассе. Текст, родившийся из личных бесед с участниками событий, является важным свидетельством сегодняшнего дня. "Это повесть о запредельном мужестве. Отец и крестный оставили прошлую жизнь позади, чтобы совершить что-то значимое во имя общей цели. Написать эту книгу о борьбе и мужестве моих родных было моим долгом".

This book is not just a history of battles but a celebration of enduring human spirit and artistry. Each chapter offers enlightening and thrilling narratives that make The Female Monuments Men a must-listen for anyone passionate about history and art.

Searching for John DeWitt is more than a historical narrative; it’s a gripping family saga that bridges generations. Through this emotional and eye-opening journey, Chase honors his grandfather’s legacy and sheds light on the silent burdens carried by veterans. This book uncovers an untold story of valor and the unbreakable strength of family bonds in the face of war.

Esta fascinante guía cuenta la historia de la campaña de Gettysburg, desde la decisión de Lee de invadir hasta su retirada del campo de batalla. En estas páginas, leerá sobre actos de heroísmo, tácticas brillantes en el campo de batalla y decisiones horribles que cambiaron el rumbo de la guerra.

Life at Camp tells the story of a National Guard Equal Opportunity and Diversity Manager who, overtime, recognized a pattern of military culture-androcentrism-and spent the later part of her 36-year military career challenging the bias that impedes gender equality, strategic objectives, and response programs.

Lew Wallace, a fascinating and multitalented historical figure, has consistently been overlooked and lost in academia, articles, and modern books. When he has been discussed, he has often been misrepresented and misunderstood. This is partly due to the sordid and profoundly controversial period in the United States during his lifetime. Yet, Lew wrote one of the most successful and influential novels of the 19th Century. The story he created, and the high-profile controversies he was intimately involved in, have lived on in numerous movies and television programs.

Former US Navy SEAL David Brown was the unlikeliest of candidates for the world's most grueling military selection process. Standing just 5' 3" and weighing 110 pounds, he was unlike any of the others around him who aspired to be SEALs. But through dogged determination and an iron will, he overcame every obstacle that life put in front of him to achieve his dream of becoming a SEAL.

Charles de Gaulle stands among the greatest statesmen in history. Even after the official French government collapsed under the weight of Nazi Germany, de Gaulle refused to accept defeat. He and his followers were pushed into exile, but still they fought on, never losing sight of an eventual victory over their oppressors. This book delves into Charles de Gaulle’s extraordinary journey—from leading the Free French forces during World War II to playing a key role in the rebuilding of postwar France.

Little girls always have dreams of being swept away by their prince charming… Right? And that uniform sure does help. But behind the crisp uniform, polished shoes, and shiny medals lay many secrets. The casualties of military life go far beyond the glitz and glamour of traveling around the world. Married but Single reveals the secret life of military wife casualties untold.

I joined the Navy in 1978 and was discharged in late 2016 after almost 39 years service. I served as a medic and also a Medical Administration Officer during my time. The book contains my memories of an awesome career and covers many subjects from my attendance at car accidents; reviving people who had had heart attacks; working in disaster zones to give humanitarian aid and many other stories.

In Jersey Boy Takes Flight, you are taken on an extraordinary journey through the life of a man whose adventure began as a child, growing up in a middle-class, blue-collar family in Newark, New Jersey. Discover the carefree escapades of a boy in the 1950s and early 60s, engaging in boy scouting, hunting, fishing, and his ultimate passion - baseball. Yet, these innocent exploits soon collided with a country in turmoil, a nation grappling with assassinations, race riots, voting rights protests, anti-war movements, the dawn of space exploration, and the ever-expanding conflict in Vietnam.

Welcome to the Women of War Omnibus. We are honored to have you join us on this remarkable journey through the lives of extraordinary women who shaped history through their courage, resilience, and indomitable spirit. Across these volumes, you will discover the inspiring stories of heroines like Boudica, Joan of Arc, Irena Sendler, Queen Amanirenas, Virginia Hall, Anne Frank, Florence Nightingale, Nakano Takeko, Lyudmila Pavlichenko, and Lagertha—each a beacon of strength in the face of unimaginable challenges.

As a four-year-old in Nowy Targ, Poland, Gustawa Singer lived an idyllic life. Her parents doted on her, and she was always surrounded by loving relatives. Her father worked in the hardware store owned by her grandfather, and the family prospered. Then, in 1939, everything changed: Hitler's army invaded Poland, and Gustawa's carefree childhood days were gone forever.

A Woman's War Record by Septima M. Collis, narrated by Julie Ann Mara, offers a rare and compelling first-person account of life during the American Civil War from a woman’s perspective. Collis, the wife of a Union army officer, shares her experiences witnessing the war up close, detailing the struggles, bravery, and resilience of both soldiers and civilians. Her narrative provides an intimate glimpse into the daily challenges and hardships faced by those involved in one of the most defining conflicts in American history.

Este texto es un mero ejercicio de observación de los acontecimientos políticos y sociales que en los años recientes han sucedido en regiones de Europa, Estados Unidos y América Latina, pero en clave colombiana. No es un texto de memorias, pero he leído algunas en las que el memorialista, que en su tiempo ocupó altas responsabilidades en una organización de la izquierda legal o armada, trata de salvar su reputación mediante el vil señalamiento de los demás o haciendo creer que nunca avaló las decisiones que llevaron a la bancarrota al proyecto político del que formó parte.

Dos generaciones marcadas por las cicatrices de la guerra. Una lucha ya sin rumbo, ni sentido, cargada del ambiente hostil que causa la rutina del conflicto. La Guerra de los Mil Días marcó un momento en la historia colombiana, cargado de avaricia, ansias de poder, violencia y terror, que aún retumban en las páginas de esta novela.

Viele Angehörige der älteren Generation erinnern sich noch daran, wie die Nazis ihre Kindheit mißbrauchten, ohna daß sie dies damals erfassen konnten. Wie aber erlitten die Söhne und Töchter jüdischer Eltern diese Zeit? Inge Deutschkron, in Berlin aufgewachsen, mußte erfahren, was es heißt, ein jüdisches Kind zu sein. Zunächst bedeutete dies nur, nicht mit Gleichaltrigen spielen zu können, vom Schwimmen- und Sportunterricht ausgeschlossen zu sein, mehrmals die Schule zu wechseln und in andere Stadtviertel umzuziehen zu müssen.