
Forged In Fire
David Ferrier(Author)
Battle Press
Published on 9. April 2023
Book
Paperback/Softback
240 pages
978-1-7374991-1-4 (ISBN)
Description
An amazing account of a true American Hero who went into harm's way to rescue fellow soldiers in Vietnam.
Forged In Fire provides a raw and unfiltered look into the life of an American soldier in Vietnam, flying in unarmed helicopter ambulances, and it includes vivid photographs that bring the experiences to life. What sets this book apart is its focus on personal relationships within a platoon, offering a unique perspective on the bonds formed during wartime. It delves into the sacrifices made and cherished illusions shattered during a tumultuous period in American history, both on the war front and on the home front.
Forged in Fire blends embellished real experiences with fictional elements. It delves into the war's significant effects on American society and the personal lives of the characters David and his childhood friends Margaret Mary, and Teddy. .As their paths diverge in maturity, each character undergoes a transformative journey, shaped by the fires of adversity and the crucible of a nation in upheaval.
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Language
English
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Unsewn / adhesive bound
Dimensions
Height: 229 mm
Width: 152 mm
Thickness: 13 mm
Weight
354 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-7374991-1-4 (9781737499114)
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Author David Ferrier continues to semi-retire and gracefully languish in Florida. His collection of poetry "A Cry For Mercy In The Night" has received national recognition as his chronicle of his own Vietnam experience.