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Sergeant York and the Great War (Men of Courage)

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York and the Great War is an incredible and inspiring account of one of the most phenomenal individual accomplishments ever in modern wartime history. For those that have perhaps seen the Hollywood account, Sergeant York, this is the true and detailed account of what actually happened. The book is actually a unique reproduction of York's war diary and has a very fresh, layman's kind of approach to the story. Those who enjoy history and great stories will love this book.

I ordered this for my grandfater who was the great nephew of sgt york. i was very impressed with the quality of the book. i was expecting a paperback for the price! he loved that it had pictures and writing samples, i cant wait to read it when hes finished!

Several years ago I bought an orginal copy of the the biography of Alvin York titled Sergeant York His Life Story And War Diary copyright 1928 for a $100. It was really a facanating book to read and quite incedible what York did in the Great War. The book Sergeant York and the Great War whick this review is about are very similiar except the author Mr. Wheeler gives additional material that is revelent to the first world war. Mr. wheeler's addtions add flavor to the orginial bio. All togeather this book is a great read for adults and especially young adults looking to read about a genuine American Hero.

I bought this and the DVD on Sgt. York for my husband but my 8 year old. grandson saw the book and couldn't put it down. He saw in it how God so changed Mr. York's life and the decisions he was faced with. Then as Sgt. York my grandson saw how in living for God Sgt. York became a great man of courage!! I would wish every boy and actually person would read this and watch the DVD. Real Godly heroes are few and far between in America these days. This can help our youth see that it is not impossible to stand for what is right and when you do God stands with you. Highly recommended along with the DVD.

I bought this book for my husband and he loved it. He's working so much overtime he has little time for anything else but he made time for this. It's always been a movie we liked. It's a peak back in time. Reading about an honest Christian man is time spent in good company.Sergeant York [VHS]

This book reveals true courage and heroism that should not be forgotten. I purchased this for my husband on Father's Day. He was honored to own such a powerful book of true courage, action and history.

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I have not read it, only briefly browsed it. Although it is based on York's own war diary, Wheeler is well known for taking great editing liberties in his work. If you want an exact reproduction of York's diary, I'd pass on this one. If you are interested in a more novelized adaptation, this is probably a solid work.