Call of Duty: My Life Before, During, and After the Band of Brothers
Autor Lynn Buck Compton Marcus Brothertonen Limba Engleză Paperback – 30 apr 2009 – vârsta de la 18 ani
The national bestselling World War II memoir with a foreword by John McCain.
As part of the elite 101st Airborne paratroopers, Lt. Lynn "Buck" Compton fought in critical battles of World War II as a member of Easy Company, immortalized as the Band of Brothers.
This is the true story of a real-life hero. From his years as a two-sport UCLA star who played baseball with Jackie Robinson and football in the 1943 Rose Bowl, through his legendary post-World War II legal career as a prosecutor, in which he helped convict Sirhan Sirhan for the murder of Robert F. Kennedy, Buck Compton's story truly embodies the American Dream: college sports star, esteemed combat veteran, detective, attorney, judge.
As part of the elite 101st Airborne paratroopers, Lt. Lynn "Buck" Compton fought in critical battles of World War II as a member of Easy Company, immortalized as the Band of Brothers.
This is the true story of a real-life hero. From his years as a two-sport UCLA star who played baseball with Jackie Robinson and football in the 1943 Rose Bowl, through his legendary post-World War II legal career as a prosecutor, in which he helped convict Sirhan Sirhan for the murder of Robert F. Kennedy, Buck Compton's story truly embodies the American Dream: college sports star, esteemed combat veteran, detective, attorney, judge.
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Specificații
ISBN-13: 9780425227879
ISBN-10: 0425227871
Pagini: 275
Dimensiuni: 150 x 227 x 20 mm
Greutate: 0.31 kg
Editura: Berkley Publishing Group
ISBN-10: 0425227871
Pagini: 275
Dimensiuni: 150 x 227 x 20 mm
Greutate: 0.31 kg
Editura: Berkley Publishing Group
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Recenzii
"Second Platoon was indeed 'blessed' to have Buck Compton as our leader. He was a quiet and strong officer who, above all, listened and talked to all men under his command. I could never say enough to express my thanks and admiration for Buck Compton."
-William "Wild Bill" Guarnere
-William "Wild Bill" Guarnere
Descriere
As part of the elite 101st Airborne paratroopers, Lt. Compton fought in critical battles of World War II, immortalized as the Band of Brothers. Here, Compton tells his own story for the first time.
Notă biografică
Lt. Lynn "Buck" Compton (1921–2012) was a decorated war veteran, lawyer, and judge. In 1969, he led the team that secured the prosecution of Sirhan B. Sirhan for the assassination of US Senator Robert F. Kennedy. Compton's military service in World War II was portrayed in the 2001 HBO miniseriesBand of Brothers. He served as a lieutenant and commanded Company E, also known as Easy Company, in the 2nd Battalion, 506th Parachute Infantry of the 101st Airborne Division. For his heroic service he was awarded a Silver Star and a Purple Heart.
Marcus Brothertonis a journalist and professional writer, known internationally for his literary collaborations with high-profile public figures, humanitarians, inspirational leaders, and military personnel. He is the author of the national bestsellersA Company of Heroes,We Who Are Alive and Remain, and the coauthor ofCall of Dutywith Lieutenant Lynn "Buck" Compton.
Marcus Brothertonis a journalist and professional writer, known internationally for his literary collaborations with high-profile public figures, humanitarians, inspirational leaders, and military personnel. He is the author of the national bestsellersA Company of Heroes,We Who Are Alive and Remain, and the coauthor ofCall of Dutywith Lieutenant Lynn "Buck" Compton.