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William "Wild Bill" Guarnere and Edward "Babe" Heffron were among the first paratroopers of the U.S. Army-members of an elite unit of the 101st Airborne Division called Easy Company. Arguably the bravest, most efficient, physically fit, and tight-knit group of soldiers the Army has ever produced, the unit was called upon for every high-risk operation of the war, including D-Day, Operation Market Garden in Holland, the Battle of the Bulge, and the capture of Hitler's Eagle's Nest in Berchtesgaden.

Both fought side-by-side-until Guarnere lost his leg in the Battle of the Bulge nd was sent home. Heffron went on to liberate concentration camps and rake Hitler's Eagle's Nest hideout. United by their experience, the two reconnected at the war's end and have been the best of friends ever since. Their story is a tribute to the lasting bond forged between comrades in arms-and to all those who fought for freedom.

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What these men shared in both combat and civilian life is a testimony to what America is all about and although I have to agree with Bill that we have become a less personal nation of people, most of America hasn't changed much. My only regret is that I didn't make it down for their book signing and get the chance to meet them and shake their hands. First I'd like to thank Babe and Bill for their service. You saw that after the 911 attacks - how we set aside our petty day to day differences and were a nation undivided as these folks were during WWII.The book is a quick read, even for somebody like me and very enjoyable. God bless them. This oft times funny and very touching book is a wonderful addition to any collection on American History. It not only discusses combat but also gives you background on what America was like before and after the war.

From their beginnings in the streets of South Philly all the way through boot camp, the war and their lives after the war especially their close friendship.The story is told so well in their own words I actually felt like I was in their livingroom sharing a beer and listening to them tell their stories. I don't know if the stories would have been as good if they told their stories in their own seperate books but the way it is told in this book together is excellent. All of the Band of Brothers books are very good,and this one may be the best told except for the original one by Ambrose. The unigue thing about this book is the way the writer told the story of Bill Guarnere and Babe Heffron together.

Wonderful story. Great story of two friends brought together in WWII and remained close friends.

Both are humble, frank, and honest when describing their experiences. These two remained best friends after the war, and their story is touching. A great read for anyone interested in learning more from these true heroes. This book tells the story that by now may be familiar to fans of Band of Brothers. However, it gives us real insight from the perspectives of Bill Guarnere and Babe Heffron.

It is a bit "stream of conciousness" but with those two guys, that's not a bad thing. This book is probably just the author recording, then writing up an interview(s) with Bill Guarnere and Babe Hefron.