The Greatest Generation
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The Greatest Generation
Narrated by:
Tom Brokaw
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Narrated by:
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Tom Brokaw
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By:
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Tom Brokaw
“Moving . . . a tribute to the members of the World War II generation to whom we Americans and the world owe so much.”—The New York Times Book Review
In this magnificent testament to a nation and her people, Tom Brokaw brings to life the extraordinary stories of a generation that gave new meaning to courage, sacrifice, and honor.
From military heroes to community leaders to ordinary citizens, he profiles men and women who served their country with valor, then came home and transformed it: Senator Daniel Inouye, decorated at the front, fighting prejudice at home; Martha Settle Putney, one of the first black women to serve in the newly formed Women’s Army Corps; Charles Van Gorder, a doctor who set up a MASH-like medical facility in the middle of battle, then opened a small clinic in his hometown; Navy pilot and future president George H. W. Bush, assigned to read the mail of the enlisted men under him, who says that in doing so he “learned about life”; and many other laudable Americans.
To this generation that gave so much and asked so little, Brokaw offers eloquent tribute in true stories of everyday heroes in extraordinary times.
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Reviews
“A moving scrapbook . . . A tribute to the members of the World War II generation to whom we Americans and the world owe so much.”—The New York Times Book Review
“Full of wonderful, wrenching tales of a generation of heroes. Tom Brokaw reminds us of what we are capable of as a people. An inspiring read for those who wish their spirits lifted.”—General Colin L. Powell (ret.)
“Entirely compelling.”—The Wall Street Journal
“Written with love and grace . . . a book I will keep forever on my shelves.”—Frank McCourt, author of Angela’s Ashes and 'Tis
“Heartfelt . . . A sweeping tribute to Americans who saved the world. It offers welcome inspiration.”—The Washington Times
“Full of wonderful, wrenching tales of a generation of heroes. Tom Brokaw reminds us of what we are capable of as a people. An inspiring read for those who wish their spirits lifted.”—General Colin L. Powell (ret.)
“Entirely compelling.”—The Wall Street Journal
“Written with love and grace . . . a book I will keep forever on my shelves.”—Frank McCourt, author of Angela’s Ashes and 'Tis
“Heartfelt . . . A sweeping tribute to Americans who saved the world. It offers welcome inspiration.”—The Washington Times
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