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Americans at War by Stephen E. Ambrose is a collection of fifteen essays from different American wars. Mr. Ambrose was a well renowned historian who has written several books, some of which were basis for movies and TV shows.
My rating for Americans at War – 4
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Thoughts:
I’ve enjoyed previous books by the author, so a few years ago I picked up Americans at War by Stephen E. Ambrose. This an excellent introduction to US history when at war.
This is not a comprehensive book, and it is not meant to be one. It’s a quick primer for those interested in the subject and would give one a sense of what they would like to read next. For me, it was the American Civil War which I started reading about profusely.
The book addresses many subjects, from General Patton on his deathbed, to the atomic bomb and Vietnam, as well as the Cold War.
Mr. Ambrose has a wonderful sense of history, he is not afraid to admit his mistakes, and does not criticize. I might not agree with every conclusion he draws, but that’s what makes life interesting.
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