Ken Hechler byl americký spisovatel, jehož práce se ponořila do syrových realit války. Jako historik bojů během druhé světové války byl očitým svědkem klíčových momentů, včetně invaze do Normandie a bitvy o Remagen. Jeho rozhovory s americkými i německými vojáky poskytly jedinečný pohled na lidskou zkušenost konfliktu. Díky svému hlubokému pochopení a syrovému stylu psaní dokázal Hechler vylíčit hrůzy války a zároveň zdůraznit statečnost a odolnost těch, kdo ji zažili.
Focusing on a pivotal moment in World War II, the narrative details the strategic triumph when American forces captured the Ludendorff Bridge on March 7, 1945. This daring mission, executed by a small team of infantrymen, engineers, and tank crews, not only marked a significant victory for the Allies but also played a crucial role in facilitating the invasion of Nazi Germany, ultimately saving thousands of American lives.
Presents the story of the day that Allied forces crossed over the Rhine River during the last days of World War II and of the men of the U.S. 9th Armored Division who captured it.
Available for the first time in paperback is the critically acclaimed Working with Truman, a warm and lighthearted memoir of what it was like to work behind the scenes in the White House during Truman's term as president. Focusing on the strengths and weaknesses of those who worked closely with Truman and on the Truman not seen by the public, Hechler provides insight into one of our greatest presidents.