Customer Reviews

Heroes Among Us: Firsthand Accounts of Combat From America's Most Decorated Warriors in Iraq and Afghanistan

5 star:		(10)
4 star:		(2)
3 star:		(0)
2 star:		(0)
1 star:		(0)

 

 

Maj. Chuck Larson is to be commended for compiling the heart-wrenching, uplifting real-life accounts of our nation's heroes. I believe it will change the way most people view the men and women that sacrifice so much for America's freedom. It's real life... this is not fiction.

You will be amazed at the self-sacrifices, the heroism, the humility and the optimism. Forget what the media is telling you, read this book. This is where you find out what is REALLY happening in Iraq and Afghanistan.

As I read this book, I shed tears for the warriors who wrote the stories -and also shed tears for the ignorant people that will never know what these warriors have done for America and the world.

Do you want to be inspired? Do you want to be moved? Read this book.

HEROES AMONG US is an inspiring collection of first-hand combat accounts by 29 Army, Marine Corps, Navy and Air Force servicemen awarded either the Silver Star, Navy Cross, Air Force Cross, Distinguished Service Cross or Medal of Honor for heroism in Afghanistan or Iraq. Over 1 1/2 million men and women have served in those beleaguered countries but fewer than 500 have been awarded the above decorations. The men in this book are some hardchargers!

The two dozen award winners who contributed accounts for this book range from line doggies to Marine Recon, truck drivers to Navy Corpsmen, Air Force F-15 backseaters to Army Rangers. The group includes career soldiers and reservists. There's even a set of identical twins, both of whom served in Army Engineer battalions who were awarded Silver Stars. Sadly several awards were posthumous.

Some of the battles described in this book were absolutely hellacious affairs, pitting U.S. troops against swarms of enemy soldiers and irregulars all too willing to die for Saddam Hussein and/or Allah. Yet the accounts themselves are related in a matter-of-fact tone, a reflection of each individual's professionalism in the face of ferocious combat. What comes across in these narratives is not only that spirit of professionalism but also the dedication and commitment of each individual to the mission and their buddies.

For a first-hand, unvarnished look at modern combat, HEROES AMONG US can't be beat! Highly recommended.

I am an 88-year-old WW-11 naval officer who served in the Atlantic and Pacific war zones. I was transfixed not only by the experiences these heroes endured, but by the mater-off-fact tone of their narratives. At the end of each story, I instinctively turned back to the cover picture of the author and studied the photo trying to momorize the features....portraits of true American heroes.
I was especially impressed by the individual comments about the Iraqui people, revealing them as decent, caring individuals who we would be proud to have as neighbors.
This book should be required reading for every high school boy and girl senior prior to graduation. The overall tone of the book runs counter to the torrent of negative comment directed at us by the American media. The indivuals portrayed in this book make me proud to be an American and to have served my country when virtually every living American supported our military. This book served to lessen my sadness over the limited support for present day American male and female military personal.

Al Kayworth, Author
Abenaki Warrior
Legends of the Pond
The Scalp Hunters
Iceman to the Internet

Wow, this book just blew me way. I was not the kind of person who loved reading and read during my spare time. However, my friend introduced me to this book, and to date this is the best war book that I have ever read. I would recommend this book to people of all ages but mostly to people who are in high school. The detail given in this book is outstanding and it really makes you reflect upon your life and ponder the freedom that we have, and how it was gotten by thousands and thousands of americans that put there lives on the line every day.

This is an exceptional book. Unfortunately, for the reader who has little or no military or law enforcement (SWAT/SRT) experience the book does not convey the heroics of the receipients. Because most of the details are in the medal winners words they routinely down play their actions. It doesn't due justice to their bravery. Regardless, I enjoyed the book and will keep it for my children to read someday.

Semper Fi.

I was fascinated reading these stories. These men were almost like immortals, so intent on fighting for their, country, some had wounds and didn't even know it until they looked down at themselves and realized, oh, I'm shot in the leg, or I'm shot in the stomach... all these story also potray the valor and discipline of the U.S. Army. We really should be all thankful for our troops. I was truly astounded when I read about all this valor in battle. A great book.

An awesome collection of stories about the beautiful men and women who protect our lives and homefront. This book will have you telling stories to all of your friends. A true eye opener. Be prepared, because this book will have you crying and wanting to drop to your knees and worship the soldiers you see on a daily basis. These heroes are simply amazing. A great read. One last thanks to all who serve or have served, this country owes you a great debt.

This was so well written, I felt I was there, actually holding my breath watching the incredible courage of our soldiers. There truly are Heros among us.

I bought this book because I wanted to support the author. I believe that our young people look up to sports figures and politicians, when they can find heroes next door. As it turned out, I enjoyed the book, although I had to stop often to dry my eyes. These young American men and women are the true heroes in our lives. We owe them our freedom and all of the wonderful things that come with it.

A book full of stories of unsong heros who put their life on the line in the line of duty.
It brings home the human cost of war and leaves you wondering if any piece of land is worth the sacrfice of human lives while at the same time leaves you amazed at the courage of ordinary human man & women.
The leaders of nations that engage us in brutal wars should read this book and maybe rethink their actions.