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Nuts!: The Life & Times of General Tony McAuliffe
Surrounded! The American Army was besieged…
Faced off in Bastogne Belgium during World War 2's crucial Battle of the Bulge…
Do you know the true story of how we said 'Nuts!' to the Nazi's?
The pivotal battle and the 35+ year career of General Tony McAuliffe (1898-1975) is examined and for the first time with information direct from his family, his writings and rare photographs.
He commanded thousands at a time when America was in trouble and our freedom lay in the balance…
He helped invent tools to defend out nation including America's Nuclear and Biological arsenals…
And December 1944 in Belgium saw Nazi gunfire shatter the silence of the Ardennes forest in Hitler's last ditch attempt to win the war.
Loved by his men and the American public McAuliffe's good humor, military skill and determination helped save his men and lead the Allies to victory.
Now we know the true story of this American hero. Without his determination and leadership we'd all be speaking German!
You'll enjoy this uplifting story because it's lovingly written by his distant relative with the help of the General's nephew as a lasting tribute to a man who changed the world and helped us win WWII.
Get it now!
Faced off in Bastogne Belgium during World War 2's crucial Battle of the Bulge…
Do you know the true story of how we said 'Nuts!' to the Nazi's?
The pivotal battle and the 35+ year career of General Tony McAuliffe (1898-1975) is examined and for the first time with information direct from his family, his writings and rare photographs.
He commanded thousands at a time when America was in trouble and our freedom lay in the balance…
He helped invent tools to defend out nation including America's Nuclear and Biological arsenals…
And December 1944 in Belgium saw Nazi gunfire shatter the silence of the Ardennes forest in Hitler's last ditch attempt to win the war.
Loved by his men and the American public McAuliffe's good humor, military skill and determination helped save his men and lead the Allies to victory.
Now we know the true story of this American hero. Without his determination and leadership we'd all be speaking German!
You'll enjoy this uplifting story because it's lovingly written by his distant relative with the help of the General's nephew as a lasting tribute to a man who changed the world and helped us win WWII.
Get it now!
106 pages, Paperback
Published July 27, 2022
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Tom McAuliffe
40 books31 followersTom Patrick McAuliffe is a Author living on Florida’s Emerald Coast. He's a former Photojournalist with the US Navy’s Combat Camera Group and a graduate of the DOD’s Mass Communications program at Syracuse University. A magazine Editor and Writer with more than 25 years of by- lines he has written 30 new award winning novels and books in the past 5 years. He is also the host of the weekly show 'Tom's Cabin-Books & More', the fastest growing show on Book Tube,
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May 28, 2023
Fantastic Read!
This is a captivating biography that delves into the remarkable story of General Tony McAuliffe, a key figure during World War II's Battle of the Bulge. Written with love and dedication by his distant relative, this book offers a comprehensive account of McAuliffe's life, drawing from family sources, his own writings, and rare photographs.
The biography provides insights into McAuliffe's early years, growing up in Washington, D.C., and the influences that shaped his character. From a young age, McAuliffe displayed a love for reading instilled by his father, fostering a lifelong passion for learning and intellectual pursuits.
It also talks about McAuliffe's entry into the United States Military Academy at West Point and his subsequent career in the Army. McAuliffe's determination and leadership skills shine through as he navigates the challenges and opportunities that come his way. The reader gains a deep understanding of the rigorous training and the ethos of duty, honor, and country instilled at West Point, which shaped McAuliffe's character.
Overall, this is an uplifting and inspiring biography that celebrates the life and legacy of an American hero. It pays homage to McAuliffe's immense contributions to the Allied victory in World War II and his lasting impact on the nation. This book is a must-read for history enthusiasts, military buffs, and anyone seeking an engaging and informative account of a remarkable individual who changed the world.
This is a captivating biography that delves into the remarkable story of General Tony McAuliffe, a key figure during World War II's Battle of the Bulge. Written with love and dedication by his distant relative, this book offers a comprehensive account of McAuliffe's life, drawing from family sources, his own writings, and rare photographs.
The biography provides insights into McAuliffe's early years, growing up in Washington, D.C., and the influences that shaped his character. From a young age, McAuliffe displayed a love for reading instilled by his father, fostering a lifelong passion for learning and intellectual pursuits.
It also talks about McAuliffe's entry into the United States Military Academy at West Point and his subsequent career in the Army. McAuliffe's determination and leadership skills shine through as he navigates the challenges and opportunities that come his way. The reader gains a deep understanding of the rigorous training and the ethos of duty, honor, and country instilled at West Point, which shaped McAuliffe's character.
Overall, this is an uplifting and inspiring biography that celebrates the life and legacy of an American hero. It pays homage to McAuliffe's immense contributions to the Allied victory in World War II and his lasting impact on the nation. This book is a must-read for history enthusiasts, military buffs, and anyone seeking an engaging and informative account of a remarkable individual who changed the world.
August 28, 2024
Having read a previous biography by this author I decided to read another. This is a fantastic short biography of an American Hero who told the Nazis ‘Nuts!’ Written by a family member this book brings to life the real life and humble beginnings of a great American who fought for our freedom. Highly recommend!
September 19, 2024
A quick inspiring read about a dark era in human history. I highly recommend this true account written by family of a wartime hero.
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