"Give Me Something I Can't Do": The History of the 82nd Military Police Company from WWI to the Iraq War [Paperback]

Kenton Falerios (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: December 12, 2007

From the Argonne Forest in 1918 to the freezing cold at the Battle of the Bulge in 1944; from the sweltering heat of the Vietnam jungles in 1968 to the roaring sounds of the C-141s for a combat jump into the country of Panama in 1989; under the blazing sun in Iraq and Afghanistan, the 82nd Military Police Paratrooper has endured, adapted and overcome all obstacles and enemy forces he encountered. The 82nd MP Paratrooper's uncanny ability to "Charlie Mike", Continue the Mission, while holding the highest of standards in the 82nd Airborne Division is unmatched. The 82nd Military Police Paratrooper was disliked by the Infantry, but requested by the Combat Commander; he was envied by other MP units and respected by his peers. But most of all, he was the best the MP Corps had to offer. This is their story, their legacy, their life for the first time in written format with over 100 photos for all to read and enjoy. Not just any ol' MP Company, but the best MP Company in the United States Army.

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About the Author

Kenton J. Falerios was a career Soldier who served in the US Army for 22 years; 14 years would be with the Paratroopers. He enlisted in October 1984 and fought in Operations Desert Storm and Iraqi Freedom. He deployed to the Sinai Peninsula as part of the Multinational Force & Observers. He also served with the Stabilization Forces in Bosnia-Herzegovina for Operations Joint Guard and Joint Forge. His other assignments ranged from Germany, Panama, El Salvador, and Fort Bragg. He holds a Master's Degree in Business & Organizational Security Management. He retired from the US Army as the last First Sergeant of the 82nd Military Police Company in October 2006.

Product Details

• Paperback: 192 pages
• Publisher: AuthorHouse (December 12, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1434337197
• ISBN-13: 978-1434337191
• Product Dimensions: 11.2 x 8.9 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,505,035 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book, December 8, 2009

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Christopher P. Ludwig (NJ) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: "Give Me Something I Can't Do": The History of the 82nd Military Police Company from WWI to the Iraq War (Paperback)

Excellent book on the history of the 82nd MP Company. It has alot of good material, great pictures and actual quotes from the people who were there which gives alot of insight as to what it was like. My hat goes off to Kenton Falerios for a job well done!

5.0 out of 5 stars 82nd MP Company Book, June 16, 2011

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Jumpmaster6 - See all my reviews

This review is from: "Give Me Something I Can't Do": The History of the 82nd Military Police Company from WWI to the Iraq War (Paperback)

Actually being assigned to this unit for almost 9 years, I must say that this book is great! 1SG Kenton Falerios was the last First Sergeant of the unit before deactivation, and I must note that he too, was my First Sergeant. Great stories, photos, and information that would be lost to history if not for his research. I am honored to have one of my situations presented in the book as well. Thomas A. Lockhart, SFC, 82nd Airborne Division, Retired.