The Fool Lieutenant; a Personal Account of D-Day and WWII

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The Fool Lieutenant; a Personal Account of D-Day and WWII

A personal account of D-Day and World War II as told by Ranger Robert Edlin, Platoon Commander of A Company, 2nd Ranger Battalion. Using a single hand grenade, he and his all-star patrol captured an entire German garrison of 800 people, earning him the Distinguished Service Cross and the title - "The Fool Lieutenant". The Rangers were an elite group of the Army Infantry - all volunteers. The Army Ranger exemplified the highest standards of courage, determination, ruggedness and fighting ability.
Country USA
Manufacturer Meadowlark Publishing (MN)
Binding Paperback
UnitCount 1
EANs 9780970525734
ReleaseDate 0000-00-00

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