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on March 5, 2014
Doug and Pam Sterner are "regular folks". They are not rich or particularly politically connected. But there is nothing "regular" about their dedication to our American heroes. They are humble, amazingly loyal patriots. But they do more than talk the talk. They walk the walk.

A Bronze Star recipient for his service during the Vietnam war, Doug watched incredulously as fakes and phonies claimed military successes they never earned. It was too much. He decided to debunk these pretenders. Using public records, he began the enormous project of setting up a detailed database of those who had received our nation's highest awards for meritorious military service. His database verified the individuals name, branch of the service, rank, award received and listed the full description of the actions prompting that award. Gradually, he was able to contest those who dishonestly claimed to be heroes. Politicians, governmental officials, and private citizens began turning to him with questions -- and he was able to debunk or confirm that an individual was in fact a true hero or was, unfortunately, gaming the system for his own aggrandizement. Pam, a student during part of the time Doug was generating the database, began writing a paper on the topic of those who claimed awards they had never really earned. Her work was so significant that the paper became the starting point for what ultimately became the Stolen Valor Act.

Pam and Doug urged politicians and governmental officials to author and/or support the Act. They met with Congressional representatives and appeared before Congressional committees. They debunked case after case of fraudulent claims of heroism. Along the way, they helped countless private citizens learn more about their own relative's high awards and made it possible for those families to memorialize their loved ones (often many years after their death) and preserve their stories for the future.

Although there were setbacks along the way, this amazing couple (who never looked for recognition themselves, but stood in line with others to get into the Supreme Court to hear the case on the Act they initiated) was able to move the dial of history. A revealing book written by two who know this important subject like no one else.
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on July 25, 2017
lots of good work went into writhing this book....I wish more people were involved in uncovering these frauds
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on November 23, 2014
These books tell the stories of people who pretend to be Vietnam War heroes but in reality never set foot outside the USA and in many cases were NEVER in the military. Low life liars seeking personal aggrandisement, notoriety, and in many cases reward, while true veterans are struggling to deal with PTSD, mistaken guilt, and physical and social grief. My complaint is neither book give enough actual information about more of these creeps. Paint heir names and deeds across the pages for all to learn about their dastardly behavior! The books are well done and important, but truly are depressing and saddening to read. Quality publishing efforts shine through . Amazon does a good job in delivery, as usual. Why not five stars? I keep one star to remind us of the ones we lost in Vietnam...physically and psychologically .
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on July 27, 2017
EXCELLENT READ....the authors are to be commended for bringing this to the forefront.
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on July 13, 2014
I was already familiar with Doug's work as the nation's premier expert on both recognizing true heroes and exposing frauds. However I enjoyed the behind-the-scenes story on Pam Sterner's work on the Stolen Valor Act. It was a modern-day "Mr. Smith Goes To Washington" tale; or in this case Mr. & Mrs. A refreshing story that an average-Amercian couple can fight through the petty Beltway politics to fight for justice in our country.
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on July 13, 2017
Ok
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on January 19, 2017
Great story. Compelling.
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on April 27, 2015
This is a must read for any prospective servicemembers, active duty, veterans, and those who support the troops. As a proud service member, I feel a deep sense of disrespect whenever somebody tries to impersonate something that countless people have earned and/or even died for.
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on July 31, 2014
Well-researched book and well-written. A must read by all citizens, not just veterans, on the cost to taxpayers of liars and fakers. Final law in 2013 culmination of great perseverance by dedicated patriots' teamwork in US.
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on February 21, 2015
You've got no idea how fascinating the subject of stolen valor is until you read the Sterner's treatise on the subject. Highly recommended by this former Marine and VFW Life Member.
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