When Anthony Pagedas volunteered for the Army Reserve in 1990, thirty-five years had passed since his last tour of duty in a San Francisco army hospital. Family, friends and colleagues questioned why a fifty-six-year-old gynecologist would want to reup.
As Operation Desert Storm continued to escalate, it became increasingly possible that Dr. Pagedas might actually be called to serve-except for one thing: What good would his particular expertise be on the field of battle?
Just ask the brave women who made up eleven percent of the American armed forces in the Gulf War.
Though Dr. Pagedas had no prior experience as a field doctor, he quickly adapted his talents to harmonize with his more seasoned colleagues. Together, they formed a dedicated, tightly knit team that worked diligently and uncomplainingly under extraordinary conditions.
This unforgettable personal account shares an unusual perspective of the Gulf War, and Dr. Pagedas eloquently tells his very human story with humor and compassion.
