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by Ali Elizabeth Turner (Author)
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How did an ex-hippie chick Viet Nam War protester become a fierce soldier supporter, living in a combat zone in an increasingly unpopular war? From 2004 to 2007, Ali Elizabeth Turner had the chance of a lifetime to learn firsthand that freedom isn't free and to say a much belated "thank you" for her freedom by working in Morale, Welfare, and Recreation centers in Baghdad. She heard the stories of hundreds of Iraqis, Coalition soldiers, interpreters, Navy SEALS, Army Rangers, and contractors from around the world. She was in Baghdad for the return of Iraq to the Iraqis, Saddam's ongoing antics in court, all three Iraqi elections, and Saddam's trial and execution. No matter what you think of Operation Iraqi Freedom, you deserve to hear the stories that go beyond the politics--stories of courage, compassion, miracles, and humor. Read and see if you don't end up "singing the Ballad"!

About the Author
Ali Elizabeth Turner is a self-described "recovered feminista/socialista" who grew up in Seattle during the years of the Civil Rights Movement, the Hippie Movement, and the Women's Liberation Movement. She once tried to shut down Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Dayton, Ohio, and the Cleveland County, Ohio courthouse to protest the war in Viet Nam. Her life radically changed in the early seventies as a result of the Jesus People Movement, and she began a journey which led her from believing that soldiers were "baby killers" to being an ardent soldier supporter. She lived in Baghdad, Iraq, from 2004 to 2007 on several Coalition military bases, where her job was to help run Morale, Welfare, and Recreation Centers and gyms for the Coalition and Iraqi forces.

Ali previously served in capacities as varied as a private school administrator in America and Mexico, a hotel pianist, banquet server, worship leader, baker, music teacher, and pastoral counselor. She is currently a wellness coach


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  • Paperback: 317 pages
  • Publisher: Morgan James Publishing (November 1, 2008)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1600374956
  • ISBN-13: 978-1600374951
  • Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6.1 x 0.7 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (17 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #207,877 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Truer than true - not just regurgitated "news", November 1, 2008
This gal has done a fantastic job of representing America's finest - telling their story in terms people who have family serving in Iraq understand.

We get so sickened by the so-called news media's biased reporting - Ballad for Baghdad is a refeshing, poignant, hilarious at times portrayal of what our US Military relatives share with us they see and experience.

My hope is that those who are wanting Obama's "change" in our political system take the time to read Ballad - and then take time to thank God for the men and women who have bought their freedom and right to say whatever they want about our foreign policies.

Semper Fi!
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars What a revealing book about what REALLY happened in Iraq..couldn't put it down!, November 1, 2008
Don't just believe what CNN and others are saying...read true stories of soldiers and Iraqi people from an American mother's first hand account of her 3 years in Baghdad. You will be shocked and amazed, laughing and crying too!

I couldn't put it down as I laughed and cried while I read of the amazing true stories of our soldiers, Iraqi soldiers and the people of Iraq! I was angry that we had not heard the whole truth! And I was delighted to hear of the wonderful and endearing true stories told by Ali. You will never hear these on the news!

You will be shocked and saddened as you read how Terri Schiavo's story affected our soldiers and the Iraqi people! You will be thrilled to hear the stories of courage and love! It is a must read! Buy a copy for your friends and send one to a soldier too! Karen Snyder
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars "The Other Side of the Story", November 14, 2008
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How wonderful to hear the other side of the story for a change--the side of the story that gives hope, and an answer to "Why are we there?" It's a very enjoyable read, written from an honest heart, and well-documented.
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Ballad for Baghdad: An Ex-Hippie Chick Viet Nam War Protester's Three Years in Iraq
This is a very good book. I cried through a lot of it. Read more
Published 21 days ago by Anonymous

5.0 out of 5 stars Greatest book and author
I actually bought this book few months ago and I have to say it was a great book and full of real life experiences , It gives the Reader a lot of details and amusement , I totally... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Rasha Fenner

5.0 out of 5 stars Greatest book ever written
I bought this book , and I gotta admit I fell in love with it completely , It shows another side of the Iraq war that no one did before , I would strongly recommend this book for... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Nspock

5.0 out of 5 stars Beyond the Veil
I read the book to get a better understanding of the war, and I guess I did. But as I read, my heart and mind kept moving beyond the words on the page and into the heart of the... Read more
Published 3 months ago by David M. Gustafson

5.0 out of 5 stars The truth and nothing but the truth
Truly an amazing book. Having served in Baghdad I learned more about what really happened there from this book than I did from the news! Read more
Published 4 months ago by K. Paulson

5.0 out of 5 stars The truth is told!
Ali reports what I have heard from many returning soldiers, including my husband, instead of the twisted reports from the media. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Kris J. Steinbauer

5.0 out of 5 stars Good Job Ali!
I remember when Ali first got to Baghdad. She was a breath of fresh air!! Always working hard to make sure everyone's morale was as high as it could be. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Big Pink

5.0 out of 5 stars Operation Iraqi Freedom Revealed
Ali Turner has created a masterpiece. Her rendition of daily life in this desert land coupled with her eye witness accounts of much of the daily sacrifices from our men & women... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Dolores Russell

5.0 out of 5 stars Thanks are in order
Ali,You did such a great job on this book. I think most importantly, you've said what we have all been trying to say, but either lacked the eloquence or the patience to say... Read more
Published 5 months ago by Adan Magana

5.0 out of 5 stars It's like being there
I love first hand accounts and this is one that allows you to form your own opinions based on information not found in the media. Read more
Published 5 months ago by R. Reed

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