This gripping military history traces the experience of a U.S. Army battalion serving in the Italian Campaign during World War II. Written by David Brower, a veteran of the battalion who participated in the battles depicted, the book vividly brings to life the harsh conditions, brutal combat, and complex interpersonal dynamics of the war. The narrative is grounded in meticulous research and extensive interviews with fellow soldiers, providing a powerful and authentic account of the sacrifices and struggles of the Greatest Generation.

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