Moment of Truth in Iraq: How a New 'Greatest Generation' of American Soldiers is Turning Defeat and Disaster into Victory and Hope @ richardeward.com

Moment of Truth in Iraq: How a New 'Greatest Generation' of American Soldiers is Turning Defeat and Disaster into Victory and Hope
by Michael Yon
from Richard Vigilante Books

Customer Reviews:

• Avg. Customer Rating: 5.0 / 5.0

• A valiant effort!
  I did not know of Michael Yon prior to reading this book, so I had no inclination to his work. I found the book to be well written, especially for a first or second manuscript. I was expecting gory, detailed and lengthy battlefield scenes such as depicted in Bing West's work, "No True Glory" (which was excellent), but found very little here. Sure, there are plenty of short and sweet battle stories, but left me wanting more. Mr. Yon leaves partisan politics behind and takes an objective approach; which... more info

• I'd recommend it to anyone
  Michael Yon has been covering the fighting in Iraq for years and has been all over that country. He has a solid and unique overview of what has and has not worked in Iraq.
  Michael Yon doesn't pander to sides but searches for the truth. He's the first to say we screwed up in some major ways when he was first over there, but now he reveals what we're doing now that's really working and why it's working. Yes, we really are winning now, and he's a bit baffled as to why people in America don't believe it... more info

• Excellent!
  Michael Yon is by far the best photo journalist covering Iraq. His descriptions are heartfelt and moving. Moment of Truth is just another superb example of his excellent work.

• Truth in the Title, Truth in the Telling
  Micheal Yon's book is exceptional. It is, in my opinion, an absolute exercise in truth telling. You will be appalled at the blindness at the top of the command structure and, perhaps as I was, brought to an occasional tear at the creativity, courage and humanity of the soldiers on the ground.
  If you are interested in as close to an unbiased view of what has gone on in Iraq this book is a must read. If you want your faith restored in the absolutly incredible capabilities of our armed services this book... more info

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