This month we’re taking it back and delving into some fabulous historical books, with both fiction and non-fiction on the list there is surely something for everyone!

• What the Silent Say by Emerson Ford
  • Fellow milspouse Emerson Ford tugs at our heart strings as she tells the story of two brothers, Raymond and Jimmie Sellers. In this WWII-era historical novel the brothers are separated by different military branches. Their love and loyalty will face several obstacles. It isn’t until a daughter finds a hidden stash of letters that the true sacrifices of the brothers will be realized. Want to get to know more about Emerson see our exclusive Author Spotlight!
• The War Before Independence: 1775-1776 by David Beck
  • This historical account reflects on the early military engagements of the American revolution. David dives into the period of time preceding the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Exploring in detail both the Battle of Bunker Hill and the Battle of Quebec, this is sure to open your eyes into the true history of some of America’s greatest military leaders!
• In Love and War: The Story of a Family’s Ordeal and Sacrifice During the Vietnam Years by James and Sybil Stockdale
  • This book tells the story of Vietnam POW Vice Admiral James Stockdale who became a POW for 8 years after his plane was shot down over North Vietnam. Admiral Stockdale was the highest-ranking naval officer held during the Vietnam War in the infamous “Hanoi Hilton”. This book also tells the story of Sybil and her fight to remain strong as her husband was held as a POW. This later became a television film on NBC that amassed more than 45 million views!
• The Women by Kristin Hannah
  • Although not a military affiliated author the amount of research and dedication that Hannah puts into every novel can be felt throughout the pages. This book is no exception as it tells the story of the difficult times that women nurses faced during the Vietnam war. We follow along as Frankie McGrath is overwhelmed by the death and destruction of war. As if war wasn’t hard enough the journey home will prove to be just as difficult as Frankie tries to figure out where she fits in the new divided America.
• To Raise and Discipline an Army: Major General Enoch Crowder, the Judge Advocate General’s Office, and the Realignment of Civil and Military Relations in World War I by Joshua Kastenberg
  • This is the perfect book for those who love history! This tells the story of how Major General Enoch Crowder helped to recruit and found the legal arm of the Army by forming the Judge Advocate Generals Office. While Crowder acted as the Judge Advocate General from 1911 to 1923 he was able to expand the Judge Advocate General’s Office from thirteen to over four hundred attorneys. Crowder implemented the Selective Service Act of 1917. This act led to the induction of over 2.8 million men into the armed forces. This all became very instrumental as the US becomes involved in WWI.

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