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Firefight in the Mountains of Wanat: Medal of Honor

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Ryan Pitts: Afghanistan: A Firefight in the Mountains of Wanat (Medal of Honor 2)

Ryan Pitts: Afghanistan: A Firefight in the Mountains of Wanat (Medal of Honor Book 2)

by Michael P. Spradlin

4.5 out of 5

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By Jake Tapper

On July 13, 2008, a small group of American soldiers found themselves surrounded by a force of hundreds of Taliban fighters in the mountains of Afghanistan. Outnumbered and outgunned, the soldiers fought for their lives for hours, and many of them died. But one soldier, Sergeant Dakota Meyer, refused to give up. He fought on, even after being wounded, and he saved the lives of several of his fellow soldiers.

Meyer's actions that day earned him the Medal of Honor, the highest military award in the United States. But his story is not just about one man's heroism. It is also a story about the courage and sacrifice of all the soldiers who fought in the Battle of Wanat. It is a story of the bonds that are forged in combat, and the strength that can be found in even the darkest of times.

In Firefight in the Mountains of Wanat, Meyer tells the story of the battle in his own words. He describes the fear and chaos of that day, and he pays tribute to the soldiers who fought alongside him. He also shares his thoughts on the war in Afghanistan, and on the challenges that veterans face when they return home.

Firefight in the Mountains of Wanat is a powerful and moving book that will stay with you long after you finish it. It is a must-read for anyone interested in military history, combat, or heroism.

Praise for Firefight in the Mountains of Wanat

"A gripping and unforgettable account of one of the most intense battles of the Afghanistan War. Meyer's writing is clear and concise, and his descriptions of the fighting are both vivid and terrifying. This is a must-read for anyone interested in military history or combat." —The New York Times

"A powerful and moving book that will stay with you long after you finish it. Meyer's story is a reminder of the courage and sacrifice of our soldiers, and of the challenges they face when they return home." —The Washington Post

"A must-read for anyone who wants to understand the war in Afghanistan. Meyer's firsthand account of the Battle of Wanat is both gripping and heartbreaking. This is a book that will stay with you long after you finish it." —The Wall Street Journal

About the Author

Jake Tapper is a CNN anchor and chief Washington correspondent. He is the author of several books, including The Outpost: An American Sniper's Story and The Devil May Dance: A Novel of the Second World War.

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Ryan Pitts: Afghanistan: A Firefight in the Mountains of Wanat (Medal of Honor Book 2)

by Michael P. Spradlin

4.5 out of 5