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 Oliver North (Author), Chuck Holton (editor) B&H Books From A Press Release Book Description Lt. Colonel Oliver North, USMC (Ret.) is the ultimate primary source: He has devoted more than forty years of his life to the United States military, was a member of the National Security Council staff and served as the U.S. government's counter-terrorism coordinator from 1983-1986. President Ronald Reagan described him as "an American hero." Since the attack on September 11, 2001, North has been covering the soldiers, sailors, airmen, Guardsmen and Marines fighting the Global War on Terror for FOX News Channel. Now, in American Heroes, the New York Times best-selling author and host of War Stories offers an inspiring, first-hand account of the extraordinary men and women defending America against radical Islamic terror. North and his award-winning War Stories documentary team have made a dozen extended trips to Afghanistan, Iraq and the Philippines to cover U.S. and allied military units and personnel for FOX News Channel. His extensive experience as a decorated military officer, counter-terrorism expert and documentary filmmaker embedded with American combat units gives him a unique perspective on the enemy we face and the qualities of those who have volunteered to protect us. With more than 300 full-color images, American Heroes presents a no-holds-barred, close-up of this generation's "citizen soldiers" who have chosen the path of the patriot to go into harm's way. North's unprecedented access, his grasp of history, and his lucid, firsthand reports from the crucible of combat make this a stirring chronicle of courage, commitment, compassion, and faith. Former Speaker of the U.S. House or Representatives and historian Newt Gingrich has described this work as a "treasure." "This book is a tribute to the brave men and women I have covered in combat," North explains. "I have the best job in broadcasting. Those who fight America's wars are my beat. I hang around real heroes for a living... They wear flak jackets, flight suits, and combat boots. "In the pages of American Heroes, you will meet the dedicated and selfless men and women I have encountered in the foothills of Afghanistan's Hindu Kush, the deserts of Iraq, on the waters of the Persian Gulf and in the jungles of the Philippines. This book will show you brave young Americans as they really are: all volunteers; part of the brightest, best educated, trained, led, and equipped military any nation has ever had. Despite the way they are presented by too many in the press and politics, the men and women in uniform today are overwhelming good. I'm proud of them. You should be, too." About the Author: Oliver L. North is a combat decorated marine, a #1 best-selling author, a syndicated columnist, and the host of War Stories on the Fox News Channel. Assigned to the National Security Council staff under the Reagan administration, Lieutenant Colonel North was the United State's counter-terrorism coordinator from 1983 -1986. He was born in San Antonio, Texas, graduated from the United States Naval Academy, and served 22 years as a United States Marine. His awards for service in combat include the Silver Star, the Bronze Star for valor, and two Purple Hearts for wounds in combat. Yet, he claims that his most important accomplishment is to be "the husband of one, the father of four, and the grandfather of eleven." Chuck Holton spent four years with the 75th Ranger Regiment, flew military helicopters and now travels the world as the "Adventure Correspondent" for CBN. He is the author of five books, including the Task Force Valor series, A More Elite Soldier and Bulletproof - the Making of an Invincible Mind. He splits his time between his home in Panama and his farm in Appalachia, where he enjoys raising animals with his wife and five children. A popular speaker on teen issues, Dr. Meeker is frequently heard on nationally syndicated radio and television programs. She has been a guest on The Today Show, The O'Reilly Factor, Heartland with John Kasick, Dayside with Linda Vester, The Dr. Laura Program, NPR, The Michael Medved Show, Relevant Radio, G. Gordon Liddy, and many more. Meeker lives and works in Traverse City, Michigan, where she shares a medical practice with her husband, Walter. They have four children. Buy: American Heroes: In the Fight Against Radical Islam (War Stories) Return to the Dr. Laura Reading Corner |
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