It was early morning, June 17, 1967, and Dak To Special Forces camp in Vietnam was under attack. A mortar exploded, and West Point graduate Allen B. Clark Jr.’s life was changed forever. This is the story of how one soldier, so gravely injured that both of his legs were amputated, turned his grievous loss into a personal triumph. Clark describes his struggle through a year-long recovery and a severe bout of post traumatic stress disorder, so little understood at the time. He tells of earning his MBA from Southern Methodist University and finding employment as a personal financial assistant to Ross Perot, of moving on to public service and founding the Combat Faith Ministry, a lay ministry to veterans. Clark's story of growth and spiritual fulfillment wrested from his wartime tragedy is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and is of special relevance in our day of so many soldiers returning wounded in body and spirit from Iraq.
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This is the story of how one soldier, so gravely injured that both of his legs were amputated, turned his grievous loss into a personal triumph. “I know how much determination, courage, and faith it took for Allen Clark to travel his long journey back to life. . . . In telling his story, he will help others make it, too.”--Bob Dole
“[Clark] is an unusual American and a pilgrim whose quest the reader will find poignant and illuminating.”--Bill Moyers.
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Wounded Soldier, Healing Warrior
“There are a host of heroes to whom this country owes a debt it can never repay. Allen Clark lost both his legs while serving his country in Vietnam. When he came home, his body was broken, but his spirit never faltered. He went back to school. He earned his masters degree in business administration. He served his state in a high government post and is now a successful businessman. He’s an inspiration to all who know him.”
—President Ronald Reagan
The White House
September 10, 1984
This is the memoir of a West Point graduate who was wounded during an early-morning mortar attack on July 17, 1967, on the Special Forces camp at Dak To. His wounds resulted in the amputation of both of his legs.
Allen Clark’s story of growth and fulfillment following the tragedy of his wartime wounds is an inspirational testament to the resilience of the human spirit.
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“Wounded Soldier, Healing Warrior is an exceptional read—captivating, inspirational and educational. Allen Clark is an American patriot who has lived the West Point values of Duty, Honor, and Country everyday. From experiencing the rigors of combat during the War in Vietnam to becoming Assistant Secretary of Veterans Affairs, he did not allow physical disabilities detract from his intent to care for others and serve his nation. Allen provides a clear message—through strong values and faith in God, we can overcome adversity and be all we want to be.”
—Lieutenant General Robert F. Foley (USA-Ret.)
Medal of Honor Recipient
“Allen’s story of quiet unpretentious heroism will introduce the reader to the sights and sounds and smells of an ugly part of history and the triumph of God’s grace through the meanest of circumstances.”
—Richard Halverson
former chaplain, U.S. Senate
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Good medicine,
This review is from: Wounded Soldier, Healing Warrior: A Personal Story of a Vietnam Veteran Who Lost his Legs but Found His Soul (Hardcover)
This heartfelt memoir provides unflinching historical and personal revelations. Its inspiring to read about this Viet Nam vet's patriotic calling to serve in that war. I was amazed by his youthful idealism and lack of cynicism. I liked the structure of the book which includes passages by key people in the author's story. The long and difficult medical recovery is not sugar coated and the toll it took on his loved ones is palpable. Hopefully other injured soldiers, and civilians as well, can get comfort when they read of his struggles and ultimate recovery, physically and spiritually. I felt that the spiritual component of his recovery is handled matter of factly but with great fervor and authenticity. I recommend this book without reservation.
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Life is Not What We Expected, but What We Make of It,
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This review is from: Wounded Soldier, Healing Warrior: A Personal Story of a Vietnam Veteran Who Lost his Legs but Found His Soul (Hardcover)
While the loss of both legs gets your attention, the way Allen has chosen to live his life since is the real story, making him a true American Hero. This book illistrates his courage and struggles openly as he shares the unabashed truth of his entire life with no holds barred.
I had the rare privledge of introducing Allen to a group of 200 stout hearted men where he highlighted his book "Wounded Soldier, Healing Warrior". He was an inspiration for all in attendance who learned he is indeed a healing warrior and patriot. You are in for a real treat... an inspiring, must read.
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A Most Unique Vietnam Story And a Unique Soldier,
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This review is from: Wounded Soldier, Healing Warrior: A Personal Story of a Vietnam Veteran Who Lost his Legs but Found His Soul (Hardcover)
Actually the title of the book could easily have been "The Come-Back Kid". This remarkable man,Allen Clark,was down and out as a result of his injuries and extensive recuperation, but was able to defeat the deamons of dispair, depression, and Post Tramatic Stress Syndrome. His come-back was greater than could be expected. Through his love of Jesus Christ, and by dedicating his life to God, Allen has been able to live a remarkably sucessful life. Because of his personal experiences he is ideally suited for his special project. Allen devotes his energies to the special calling of helping others with problems such as he once had to transform themselves into happy,productive Christian men and women. I know this man. I knew him before his Vietnam injury and I know him now. His story is unique and worth reading. The organization and style of writing is very cleaver.
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