A teenager from Amish country enlists as an Army DJ during the Vietnam War, beginning a life of adventure and a storied career spanning decades and continents.When I opened my mic in the 1970s in Utapao, Thailand, I played music and cracked jokes, unaware people tuned in for far more than entertainment. In 1975, troops dialed in for breaking news on the planes crash landing around them in rice paddies. As the Cold War raged in Europe, my fellow DJs and I introduced a continent to wild, unpredictable music. After dodging bullets, mortars, and improvised explosive devices in Iraq and Afghanistan, U.S. warriors returned to base and decompressed with my network's live TV sports.Read behind the mic stories filled with humor, history, and home. Learn how America's GI broadcasters influenced hall-of-fame rockers, shaped the attitudes of foreign politicians and championed freedom of speech in this non-fiction book.
From First to Last"But now, since all restraint being removed, there was visited upon the downtrodden South, all that vile and malicious spleen, measures passed and brought to bear against a proud and valoureous people, too vile to contemplate and only could have emanated out of a heart blackened with sin and corruption, holding close communication with the devil and his unholy angel."From the book: "LIBERTY DETHRONED"Charles Montague Calhoun 1903This is a picture of my Great Grandfather, who was the first Monty Calhoun. I guess I will be the last. He was a great patriot that was twice wounded in battle during the War Between the States. He, and his father, Dr. Ramsey Calhoun brought the railroad to Greenwood, South Carolina and were the earliest settlers in that area. Earlier, in that same area, twenty two adults, mostly Calhouns, were massacred by the Cherokee Indians and thrown in a ditch. Nine children were scalped. This was known as the "Lone Cane Massacre." Maybe this is the reason that I've always had a great love for trains... and never owned a Jeep "Cherokee!"Glenn Beck and yours truly at his "Rally for America". This was back in 2003 which is exactly 100 years after my Great Grandfather's book. We provided 1000 "Patriotic CDs," at no charge, for those that attended. They went fast! Glenn has one in his hand. I really enjoyed meeting him. A fine young man and patriot.
In this book, you'll be able to read stories about my experiences and learn about military life. This book is for people who have retired, have served, are on active duty, and those who enjoy creative content.
[Lt Col Edward D (Moke) Murray]... an outstanding officer in the Indian Army and became a Gurkha commander in Malaya. In 1939 he fired the crucial shot that dispersed a strike that threatened the Raj. He became an outstanding leader in the fight against the Japanese in Assam and Burma. He suppressed the Viet Minh in Saigon in 1945, in what can be seen as the start of the Vietnam War. He was Allied Land Commander in Cambodia and supervised the surrender of the Japanese there. In 1953 he was cheered by millions along the eight-kilometre route of Elizabeth II's coronation parade as he marched at the head of the hugely popular Gurkha contingent. But when he died not a single obituary of him appeared, apart from a short notice in the Gurkha gazette.From Anthony Barnett's IntroductionWhat sort of man was 'Moke' Murray, this forgotten Achilles of the dying British Empire? He served his King in wars from Waziristan to Burma and helped to shape the future of Indochina. But, as this touching and fascinating biography recounts, he ended his life in lonely poverty as the Empire itself dissolved and fell out of memory. Neal Ascherson, novelist, reporter and historian
The remarkable story of John Marshall who, as chief justice, statesman, and diplomat, played a pivotal role in the founding of the United States.No member of America's Founding Generation had a greater impact on the Constitution and the Supreme Court than John Marshall, and no one did more to preserve the delicate unity of the fledgling United States. From the nation's founding in 1776 and for the next forty years, Marshall was at the center of every political battle. As Chief Justice of the United States - the longest-serving in history - he established the independence of the judiciary and the supremacy of the federal Constitution and courts. As the leading Federalist in Virginia, he rivaled his cousin Thomas Jefferson in influence. As a diplomat and secretary of state, he defended American sovereignty against France and Britain, counseled President John Adams, and supervised the construction of the city of Washington. D.C.This is the astonishing true story of how a rough-cut frontiersman - born in Virginia in 1755 and with little formal education - invented himself as one of the nation's preeminent lawyers and politicians who then reinvented the Constitution to forge a stronger nation. Without Precedent is the engrossing account of the life and times of this exceptional man, who with cunning, imagination, and grace shaped America's future as he held together the Supreme Court, the Constitution, and the country itself.
In 1897, a young Calabrian peasant named Giuseppe Musolino was sentenced to 21 years of hard labor for a crime he did not commit. However, defying all odds, he orchestrated a daring escape and embarked on a relentless pursuit of those responsible for his wrongful conviction, exacting a chilling and deadly retribution. Evading capture for nearly three years, he cunningly outmaneuvered a vast manhunt consisting of hundreds of local and regional police, the Carabinieri, and even an Italian Army regiment. His exploits transformed him into a beloved Robin Hood figure among the inhabitants of the Mezzogiorno, the impoverished southern region of Italy. However, to the authorities, he was a cold-blooded murderer who had to be stopped. Eventually apprehended, the Ministry of Justice relocated his trial 600 miles to the north, from Reggio di Calabria to Lucca, due to its belief that no jury in the south would convict him. The trial captured the attention of newspapers around the world. When Giuseppe Musolino passed away in 1956, half a century after his capture, TIME magazine aptly remarked, "Few adventurers, past or present, have become so legendary in so short a time."
Charles Watkins sailed for the Dardanelles with the 1/6th Battalion Lancashire Fusiliers in 1915. War, he said, was a welcome escape from hard labour in a Lancashire cotton mill. Fifty years later, he wrote his memoir, a 'hotch-potch of Gallipoli memories.'"In perpetrating this literary outrage, some apology is due. I could give many plausible excuses for recording moments of this disastrous campaign, but the real truth is the selfish pleasure I find in recalling one crowded hour of glorious life. It was my very good fortune to serve with a Lancashire Territorial Division. To the memory of those contumacious, argumentative, sentimental and lovable Lancashire lads - 'Salud.' No better comrades ever trod the field of battle...""Students of military strategy and tactics had best throw this book away for they'll learn nothing from it. In fact, I know even less of strategy and tactics than did the High-Ups who conducted the campaign. What's more, a lowly private soldier sees very little of the larger picture of war - his own grubby little nose is always buried too deeply in his own particular patch of the dung-heap..."The campaign is not short of operational histories, but few accounts get into the mind of the private soldier so successfully."The trouble," says Watkins, "is that most old soldiers develop a reluctance to talk - except perhaps after a few drinks, and when we seem, then, to get a little boastful and silly. At best, and when we are stone-sober, we feel we are merely a little boring to a new and unsympathetic generation."So we clam-up. We leave it to the cold, clinical dissection of historians to record the battles, the victories... and the defeats. The live and vivid experiences of the soldiers themselves are seldom, if ever, recorded - which is a pity, for without these how can the atmosphere of the times themselves ever be made to come to life."Lost Endeavour was published for 'limited and private circulation' in 1970, then again in 1982.For this modern edition, the editors have added a short biography of Watkins as an appendix, alongside several articles he wrote for the Gallipoli Association's journal, 'The Gallipolian'. For background and context, the editors include their notes on individuals, places and events mentioned by Watkins in the text.The reader will also find detail on the 6th Lancs Fusiliers at Helles - the battalion's establishment, drafts and battle casualties, a timeline for May to December 1915, eight maps, and a Gallipoli roll of honour.
Find solace in the comforting glow of the crackling fire as you draw nearer, for it is here that MAJ Logan Phillips awaits to captivate your imagination. With his incredible ability to weave thought-provoking tales, infused with the guiding light of faith, he invites you into a world of inspiration and introspection. As an esteemed Army officer, former Basic Training Commander, and Assitant Professor at USMA, his wealth of experience shines through in every word he shares.Prepare to be spellbound as MAJ Logan Phillips employs his gift of storytelling to transport you to the heart of his journey. Through his narratives, he imparts profound wisdom and invaluable lessons in leadership, honed over the span of decades spent in service. Each tale carries within it a treasure trove of insight, carefully crafted to ignite the spark of greatness within you.But it doesn't end with merely absorbing his wisdom. MAJ Logan Phillips encourages you to embrace your own unique stories, for within them lies the power to shape your destiny. By intertwining his teachings with your personal experiences, you embark upon a remarkable journey of self-discovery and growth. As you navigate this path, you will not only number your own stories but also learn to lead with the grace and strength of a true legend.So, draw near, dear friend, and allow MAJ Logan Phillips to ignite the flames of inspiration within your soul. Together, we shall embark on an extraordinary voyage, where the fire's warmth shall guide us, and the power of storytelling shall illuminate our path."If you have any desire to be a leader in life, this is the book to read. As an Army leader in the crucible of combat, Logan Phillips does an incredible job talking about leadership. He has experienced a lifetime of lessons, and does a remarkable job telling the stories and lessons within. Without a doubt, this book is a blueprint for leadership that achieves success and significance." -LTG(R) Robert Caslen, former USMA Superintendent¿¿¿¿¿¿"This is the essence of Logan Phillips' book ... great ideas that work. We should all aspire to use the ideas in this book to better our lives and the lives of others. I have never seen a more enjoyable book about developing character and leadership." -BG(R) Edward Naessens, former USMA Physics & Nuclear Engineering Department Head¿¿¿¿"This book is a must-read for anyone looking to unlock their leadership potential and lead with purpose and impact. 'Number Your Stories and Lead Like a Legend' is an essential resource for aspiring and seasoned leaders alike. Get ready to transform your leadership skills and inspire those around you with this exceptional guide." -Jamie Speiser, CPT, CNC, CEO of Precision Fitness and Medspa
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