{"product_id":"fairy-tales-and-war-stories-j-thomas-jr-hennessey-9781970528046","title":"Fairy Tales and War Stories","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's the difference between a fairy tale and a war story?\u003c\/strong\u003e In the author's experience, \"A fairy tale started with the phrase 'Once upon a time.' On the other hand, a war story started with the phrase, 'Now, this is no bullshit.'\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis collection of compelling memoirs spans fifty years and two entirely different cultures: \u003cstrong\u003emore than twenty years in the US Army\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003etwenty years in higher education\u003c\/strong\u003e. Dr. J. Thomas Hennessey, Jr. PhD, recounts his most pivotal and often unbelievable experiences with dignity, respect, and a keen eye for human nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInside, you'll find: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVietnam War Stories: \u003c\/strong\u003e From his first terrifying combat assault into the Ia Drang Valley and finding a downed A1E Skyraider, to command of an Airborne Rifle Company (B\/2-505) and surviving a ten-day engagement with the 9th NVA Division.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA Diplomat's Life: \u003c\/strong\u003e Serving as the United States Army Attaché to the Court of St James, American Embassy, London, UK. This section includes coordinating the Embassy's response to the devastating \u003cstrong\u003ePANAM 103 Lockerbie Bombing\u003c\/strong\u003e and his attendance at diplomatic functions with royalty and senior officials.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe World of Academia: \u003c\/strong\u003e His transition to higher education at George Mason University, serving as the \u003cstrong\u003eUniversity Chief of Staff\u003c\/strong\u003e. Read accounts of hosting President George W. Bush and Barack Obama, managing a controversial \"Sex Fest\" health fair, and navigating the complexities of the Virginia General Assembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom a 'butter bar' lieutenant in Vietnam to a Colonel on the Joint Staff, and then a university leader, Dr. Hennessey's stories offer a unique perspective on leadership, service, and the surprising similarities and major differences between military and academic life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e J. Thomas Jr. Hennessey\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1970528044\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781970528046\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e J Thomas Hennessey, Jr. PhD\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 12\/03\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 150\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.61lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.41d","brand":"J. Thomas Jr. Hennessey","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48997268488447,"sku":"9781970528046","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/fairy-tales-and-war-stories-j-thomas-jr-hennessey-9781970528046","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}