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Mentioned in 10 episodes

Band of Brothers

Book • 1992

Stephen E. Ambrose

This book is an examination of the lives of the soldiers in E Company, 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment of the 101st Airborne Division during World War II. It is based on interviews with former members of the company and focuses on their experiences from training through their combat missions, highlighting the strong bonds of brotherhood that developed among them.

The book covers their journey from Normandy to Hitler's Eagle's Nest, detailing their struggles, sacrifices, and the close-knit relationships they formed.

Mentioned by

LTG Chris Donahue

General Randy A. George

Mentioned in 10 episodes

Mentioned by

Leif Babin

in reference to the 1st Battalion, 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment.

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Recommended by General Donahue for junior leaders, highlighting its depiction of the army and combat leadership.

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Recommended by

LTG Chris Donahue

for junior leaders to understand large-scale combat operations.

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Mentioned by

General Randy A. George

as an enjoyable read.

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Mentioned by

Adam Schafer

when discussing a show he watched.

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Mentioned by

Jocko Willink

and

Dave Burke

in the context of leadership and the importance of setting a good example.

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Recommended for its gripping stories from the front lines of World War II, offering a look at individual soldiers.

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Mentioned by Stubbs when talking about a nostalgic trip to Goodwill.

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Mentioned by

Tulsi Gabbard

as a book she read during her time in the Army National Guard.

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Mentioned by

Jocko Willink

when discussing the HBO miniseries based on the historical account.

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Mentioned by

James Holland

as the inspiration for his new book, 'Brothers in Arms'.

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Mentioned by

Tate Taylor

when describing selfless comradeship and brotherhood.

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Mentioned by

Chad Gray

from Hell Yeah referring to the third album that was heavy metal.

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