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My Men Are My Heroes: The Brad Kasal Story | 
 enlarge | Creator: Nathaniel R. Helms
Publisher: Meredith Books
Category: Book
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Rating:  29 reviews
Sales Rank: 37871
Media: Hardcover
Pages: 288
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Dimensions (in): 9 x 6.6 x 1.2
ISBN: 0696232367
Dewey Decimal Number: 956.70443092
EAN: 9780696232367
ASIN: 0696232367
Publication Date: May 1, 2007
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Product Description
The riveting story of one hero who defines courage under fire.Experience the deadly din of modern warfare and the inspiring leadership and courage of legendary First Sergeant Brad Kasal in this riveting new book. It's a page-turning, first-hand account of Kasal's courageous mission to rescue fallen comrades under intense enemy fire during the Battle of Fallujah-actions that earned him the distinguished Navy Cross, America's second highest military award. This stunning, unforgettable account shows an American hero rising to the challenge of world events with leadership, valor, and loyalty.
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 Brad Kasal American Hero June 13, 2007
Doug Santo (Pasadena, CA)
21 out of 23 found this review helpful
A sober account of the marines battle to take Fallujah from islamic extremists. The view is from the street as seen through the eyes of American soldiers. The story includes interesting accounts of small unit actions in urban environments. The dedication, bravery, and never quit attitude of our all-voluteer military is highlighted. Brad Kasal is a true American hero. He and his men are the backbone of our country. They carry the traditions of previous generations of marines right up to present day.
Compares well with other battlefield stories like "With the Old Breed: At Peleliu and Okinawa" by Sledge.
I highly recommend it.
Doug Santo
Pasadena, CA
 Seargent's Major May 6, 2007
Angel Cruz (Brooklyn, USA)
20 out of 22 found this review helpful
I am lucky enough to have an autographed copy of SgtMaj Kasla's book. I read it cover to cover in 2 days. This book is oustanding. The personal disregard for his own safety for his Marines is unmeasurable. A must buy...
Semper Fi
Hard Hitting and Honest May 7, 2007
Paul M. Sullivan (Alabama)
15 out of 16 found this review helpful
This book is indeed a Must Read. It should be read by anyone who has the authority to send Marines into battle. It should be read by the American People so that they see the true grit of this modern generation. This book should be read by anyone who thinks that military leadership is something that can be taught in a school. Marines lead from the front and 1st Sgt Kasal is the example that we all need to follow.
Left me wanting more...from the Devil Dogs! August 26, 2007
Sam (Bend)
15 out of 15 found this review helpful
This book was very nice reading. I read it in one sitting and I was left very impressed with 1stSgt Kasal's harrowing experience fighting in Al-Falluja. As a former Marine I am biased towards the special mission of our Marines. However, the story of the fine men that were involved in this battle, was riveting.
As 1stSgt Kasal explains that the Marines haven't been involved in urban warfare since Vietnam's battle of Hue city, the Tet offensive. As Marines, or any trained ground combat forces know, fighting in close quarters is the most dreaded situation any combatant can encounter. And as always, it is up to the ground pounders, the grunts, to weed out the enemy and destroy them. No bomb from the sky(conventional anyways),ever works completely. It didn't work in Tarawa, Saipan, Iwo, or Okinawa, history has shown that to be true. That is why Marines, are all trained to be marksmen or riflemen, meaning, learned men/women that set their sights on the enemy and shoot to kill in every situation.
The best at this profession are the highly trained and motivated Infantry units of the Marine Corps. And 1stSgt Kasal, along with his men, where doing just that in Iraq. Killing insurgents, who for the most part are a threat to the security of The United States Of America.
Al-Falluja was a show down ready to happen, and the Marines were ready and willing to fight it out with the Jihadist who were taunting and killing Marines, service men, and foreign contractors in and around that area.
If we don't fight them in their territories then they will bring the fight to the States, it's just that simple. It happened during 9/11 and it will not stop until radical Islamist conquers the world for their form of Islam. History is full of these examples, like the Almohades in Sefarad (Spain) during the 13th Century. That is why we should all thank G-D that their are Marines willing to suffer, kill the enemy or be killed, so that we can keep our way of life.
1stSgt Kasal, through his heroism, has entered into the annals of Marine Corp lore that only a select few can be proud to be remembered by. Men like, Chesty Puller, John Bastilone, Dan daily, who with their extraordinary acts of heroism have fulfilled the mission of being called United States Marines.
When I first saw that famous photograph of 1stSgt Kasal being helped by his Marines, all bloody, but defiant holding his 9mm Beretta, I almost lost it. Why, because I know that they are over there fighting and dieing for our freedom. This by no means is an easy job, nor one that should be taken lightly. Being shot at and hated, for the sake of differences of opinion and lifestyles is no easy mission. The Marines go to the troubled areas of the world, because they are sent and they follow orders. They represent the American people, in more ways than one. They represent freedom, democracy, and the American why of life. For that, they are despised and bloodied every day by people who hold little value for our ways of life.
In this book you see the real depravity of war, as seen through the 1stSgt's eyes. He shares with us the professionalism, the high standards of American fighting men. Yet, you also hear about the boredom, the ceaseless loneliness, the fatigue of being deployed overseas in a hostile area. I found this book to be a real heartfelt attempt to verbalize the agony of combat in the 21 Century. The pain of recuperation after you been maimed for your Countries sake. The fighting spirit of the American way of life that says, no matter what I will not quit, my men and my country need me, and I need to get up for my own sake and for theirs. I proudly recommend this book for anyone who wants to know about what it takes to be a Marine.
Semper Fi and G-D bless the Marines!
 Much hype, little substance August 8, 2007
Cu (Topeka, KS USA)
14 out of 43 found this review helpful
This book certainly had potential, but failed. The writing is quite poor, page after page of platitudes and more platitudes--give me a break! I am a Marine veteran myself, and even I couldn't take all the contrived gung--ho after a while! Instead of telling us over and over how great someone is, its best to just tell the story and let us decide. Actions should speak for themselves. Dry writing and examination of one combat situation ad nauseum. I'm not questioning Sgt. Kasal's courage for one moment--but this book certainly does no favors for him or his story. I couldn't even finish this book--I was very disappointed and regret the money I spent.
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