Na začátku války ve Vietnamu neměly Spojené státy žádné odstřelovače. Do konce války však odstřelovači námořní pěchoty a armády zabili více než 10 000 vojáků severovietnamské armády a příslušníků Vietkongu, což se rovná celé jedné divizi, méně než 20 000 kulkami. Uznávaný historik Michael Lee Lanning v této knize přibližuje, jak američtí odstřelovači ve Vietnamu spojovali moderní technologii ve zbraních, munici a zaměřovacích dalekohledech se staletou tradicí znamenitých střelců.
If the costs of the Vietnam War were great to Americans and staggering to the
South Vietnamese, they were even worse for the North. Based on interviews,
soldiers' diaries, letters, and government documents, this book provides an
account of the war that our opponents fought and the men who fought it.
A dying grandfather shares heartfelt advice, reflections, and life lessons with his granddaughter, aiming to impart wisdom he hasn’t yet conveyed. Through a blend of honesty, humor, and affection, he addresses essential experiences and insights that resonate across generations. This touching narrative serves as a reminder of the valuable bond between grandparents and grandchildren, making it a must-read for both.
"Serving under General John Pershing in the hunt for Pancho Villa in Mexico, Lieutenant George S. Patton learned leadership, logistics-and how to promote himself. These are the roots of the World War II general"--
Military history's hidden figures are given their due in this revealing and moving exploration of the pivotal role of African Americans who risked their lives for their country--even as they fought courageously to become full citizens. A retired Lieutenant Colonel, Michael Lee Lanning covers Black soldiers' involvement in conflicts from the colonial days through more recent struggles of the 21st century. From Bunker Hill to San Juan Heights, from France's muddy trenches to the Persian Gulf's scorched sands, African Americans have fought fiercely and bravely. They have battled to overthrow British rule, to preserve the union, to safeguard their allies, and to protect democracy. Many have fought for freedom they would never see for themselves, risking their lives for their country and for the right to become full citizens.In this enlightening account, Michael Lee Lanning explores African Americans' crucial part in military history over two centuries, beginning in the Revolutionary War and stretching to recent conflicts in Afghanistan and Iraq. Exploring both notable individual contributions and the role of Black regiments, The African American Soldier pays tribute to the hidden sacrifices and unrelenting valor of those too long overlooked by history.
Tony Buzbee stands out in the courtroom with a reputation for securing multi-million dollar victories against major corporations like BP and Ford, as well as government agencies. His flamboyant style and impressive track record have garnered significant attention, marking him as a prominent figure in legal battles. As his fame grows, Buzbee's courtroom strategies and successes continue to reshape perceptions of legal advocacy and the fight against powerful entities.
In this enlightening and informative work, military historian Lt. Col. Michael Lee Lanning (ret.) reveals the little-known, critical, and heroic role African Americans played in the American Revolution, serving in integrated unitsa situation that would not exist again until the Korean Warmore than 150 years later . .
Texas, home to more than 1.7 million living veterans (the second largest number of any state), is also home to six nationally run and four state-run veterans cemeteries. Each year, more than 12,000 veterans are laid to rest in these hallowed grounds. The Veterans Cemeteries of Texas recounts the stories of these ten official final resting places for Texas veterans, creating--for the first time--a complete guide to these solemn bivouacs of the dead. Author Michael Lee Lanning, a US Army veteran, has not only reconstructed the history of these cemeteries as a tribute to the fallen but has also compiled a useful resource for the living. Lanning details the exact locations, eligibility requirements, and contact information throughout the state for those veterans and their families who might choose to make use of these important public services. Richly illustrated, the book also provides moving descriptions of military burial traditions, such as "Taps" and the 21-gun salute, as well as information about the various types of military headstones (including sixty authorized religious symbols). In the author's words, "A walk through these burial grounds is a journey across the history of Texas and of the United States." Lanning's use of more than 100 captivating photographs, along with his compelling text, allows readers to take that walk through veterans cemeteries in Texas. For lovers of Texas history and military history, The Veterans Cemeteries of Texas is a gripping tribute to past, present, and future Texas veterans and the solemn places where they rest in their last formation and final parade
