The Twenty-Year War

by Dan Blakeley, Tom Amenta, Beau Simmons

Breathtaking. Personal. Raw. The Twenty-Year War photo book is an eye-opening insight into the lives of 71 incredible veterans of the Global War on Terror. Diving into the experience of American service members fighting in a conflict that has spanned two decades, The Twenty-Year War explores the challenge veterans face reintegrating into a society where less than 1 percent of the American populace has served in the conflict. The Twenty-Year War is an unflinching look at what it means to serve both in uniform and out. The portraits are explosive, telling, and gritty looks at the authentic life of an American service member. The veterans featured in The Twenty-Year War open up about their call to service, the sobering reality of combat, their transition post-military, and what it’s like to find their mission again — in life.
This book shares stories not often told, including stories of fathers and sons, sisters, brothers, and husbands and wives who served together. The Twenty-Year War is a triumph of the American veteran’s spirit and determination.

224 pages, Hardcover

Published September 7, 2021

Reviews

[Kaethe · Rating 4 out of 5]

I can't really believe that anything these men and women did in service could be anything like as brave as opening up about their struggles before, during, and after that service.

Library copy

[Noël Brand · Rating 5 out of 5]

A very nice - coffee table style - book that combines beautiful images with personal stories. Very recognizable situations about transitioning out of the military and finding a new purpose. I enjoyed the book very much.

[Greynomad · Rating 2 out of 5]

good