The HEART and SOUL of a PATRIOT - Before, During, and Beyond War

Name: The HEART and SOUL of a PATRIOT - Before, During, and Beyond War
Brand: C.E. Bowker and W. Bowker
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By Bowker, C. E. and W.

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From carefree boy to battle-tested soldier, this is the unflinching story of how war changes everything. William's journey begins in childhood innocence-adventures with friends, family bonds, and dreams of the future. But when duty calls, this young man answers, trading small-town life for the jungles of Vietnam as a "boots on the ground" patriot.
What he brings back from war goes far beyond physical wounds. Haunted by heart-wrenching memories and trapped in unending nightmares, William faces his greatest battle on home soil-against PTSD, substance abuse, and the demons that threaten to destroy everything he holds dear. Through months of mental health hospitalization and rehabilitation, William fights to reclaim his life. He learns to manage the relentless episodes, to hold down a job, and most crucially, to protect his family while navigating a world filled with religious and political turbulence.
This raw, honest memoir reveals the true cost of service-and the extraordinary resilience of the human spirit. William's motto, "Prepared and Loyal," defines not just his military service, but his lifelong commitment to survival, family, and helping others who walk similar paths. A vivid testament to one soldier's courage both in war and in peace, this account offers hope to anyone struggling with invisible wounds and honors the sacrifice of those who serve.

Product details

Binding:: Paperback
Number of Pages:: 132
Release Date:: 2025-12-12
Publication Date:: 2025-12-12
Publisher:: C.E. Bowker and W. Bowker
Languages:: Original: English
ISBN13:: 9798988600695
Weight:: 149 g
Height:: 129 cm
Width:: 198 cm
Thickness:: 7 cm

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