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Helicopter Pilot Letters From War In Iraq And Afghanistan: A Riveting Account of Courage, Sacrifice, and Service

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This book is a collection of letters written by helicopter pilots who served in Iraq and Afghanistan. The letters provide a firsthand account of the challenges and dangers faced by these brave men and women.

Distant Thunder: Helicopter Pilot's Letters from War in Iraq and Afghanistan

by Don Harward

4.1 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	12387 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	224 pages

The letters are full of vivid descriptions of combat, heartwarming stories of camaraderie, and heartbreaking accounts of loss. They offer a unique perspective on the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, and they provide a valuable glimpse into the lives of the men and women who fought in them.

The book is edited by Hugh Ambrose, the son of the late Stephen Ambrose, who wrote the bestselling book "Band of Brothers." Hugh Ambrose has done an excellent job of selecting and editing the letters, and he has provided a helpful and afterword.

This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, or in the experiences of helicopter pilots. It is a powerful and moving tribute to the courage, sacrifice, and service of these brave men and women.

Here are some excerpts from the letters:

"I'm sitting here in the cockpit of my helicopter, looking out at the vast expanse of the desert below. It's a beautiful day, but I can't help but think about the danger that lurks in the shadows. We're flying into a hostile area, and we know that we could be shot down at any moment."

"I'm so proud to be a part of this team. We're like a family, and we're always there for each other. We've been through a lot together, and we've learned to trust each other with our lives."

"I've seen some terrible things in this war. I've seen friends die, and I've seen innocent civilians caught in the crossfire. But I've also seen the best in humanity. I've seen courage, compassion, and sacrifice. And I've learned that even in the darkest of times, there is always hope."

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This book is available in hardcover, paperback, and e-book formats. You can Free Download your copy from any major bookseller, or you can visit the publisher's website at www.simonandschuster.com.

Distant Thunder: Helicopter Pilot's Letters from War in Iraq and Afghanistan

by Don Harward

4.1 out of 5