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Great Books That Veterans Can Enjoy This Summer - Chuck Schmalzried | Stories of Heroes
a Great Books That Veterans Can Enjoy This Summer by Chuck Schmalzried | Jun 13, 2022 | Blog, Chuck Schmalzried, Veteran
Memorial Day was a few weeks ago, and while this article might be a little late, I thought I’d write about a few great military books that veterans might enjoy. There are countless military books available to read out there, from exciting fictional tales to non-fiction, firstperson accounts to actual military operations from throughout history. If you’re a veteran looking for something to read, or maybe someone who wants to better understand the veterans in your life, try reading one of these great books.
A Hard and Heavy Thing – Matthew Hefti After nearly a decade of war, Levi, an army sergeant, is contemplating suicide. He has been through a lot, and he has come to the point where he can no longer justify his actions. In one of his most tragic decisions, he made a fatal mistake that led to the deaths of three soldiers and injured two others. He risked his life to save his best friend Nick, who was disfigured and badly burned. Despite being awarded the Silver Star for his heroic actions in https://chuckschmalzried.net/great-books-that-veterans-can-enjoy-this-summer/
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