The Story Of The Dirty Dozen: The Chronicle Of A Cannoneer From Smithtown, Long Island In World War II (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163184776)

The Story of the Dirty Dozen is a compelling memoir written by Henry S. Williams, a former cannoneer from Smithtown, Long Island who served in World War II. The book chronicles Williams' experiences as a member of the 12th Armored Division, a unit that played a crucial role in the Allied victory over Nazi Germany.Williams' memoir offers a firsthand account of the grueling training he and his fellow soldiers underwent before being deployed overseas. He vividly describes the harsh conditions they faced during their combat missions, including the bitter cold of the Ardennes Forest during the Battle of the Bulge and the intense heat of the North African desert.The book also delves into the camaraderie and brotherhood that developed among the soldiers of the 12th Armored Division, as well as the challenges they faced in dealing with the horrors of war. Williams' memoir is a powerful testament to the bravery and sacrifice of the men and women who fought in World War II, and a poignant reminder of the high cost of freedom.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Henry S. Williams
ISBN-10: 1163184772
ISBN-13: 9781163184776
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 236
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.71lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.50d