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We Who Are Alive and Remain: Untold Stories from the Band of Brothers Hardcover – May 5, 2009

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From Marcus Brotherton, co-author of Call of Duty, comes a new collection of untold stories from the Band of Brothers.

They were the men of the now-legendary Easy Company. After almost two years of hard training, they parachuted into Normandy on DDay and, later, Operation Market Garden. They fought their way through Belgium, France, and Germany, survived overwhelming odds, liberated concentration camps, and drank a victory toast in April 1945 at Hitler's hideout in the Alps. Here, revealed for the first time, are stories of war, sacrifice, and courage as experienced by one of the most revered combat units in military history. In We Who Are Alive and Remain, twenty men who were there and are alive today-and the families of three deceased others-recount the horrors and the victories, the bonds they made, the tears and blood they shed...and the brothers they lost.

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"Presents the ordeal of war for the horror it truly is, yet it also shows how the indomitable spirit of ordinary citizens can prevail and triumph in the face of incredible odds."
-Robyn Post Co-author of the New York Times bestseller Brothers in Battle, Best of Friends

"I've always thought it was too bad that Ambrose's book and the HBO series selected only a few people to profile .... Easy Company was made up of a hell of a lot more guys than those of us who got all the notoriety. ... This book gives an opportunity for some of those men to share their stories. That's a good thing. These are all top flight men. I was honored to be included in their ranks."
-Lt. Lynn "Buck" Compton Member of Easy Company and author of Call of Duty

"This book adds valuable and fascinating information from men in E Company, 506th PIR, 101st Airborne .... These are men who volunteered for their duty because they wanted to be the best in the army. They are some of the finest men I know-both then, and today."
-Tech. Sgt. Don Malarkey Member of Easy Company and author of Easy Company Soldier

My father, Joe Toye, knew well and served alongside many of the contributors of this book and shared many of the experiences they have so succinctly described. A distinct honor in my life was to have had the privilege of personally meeting many of these great men of Easy Company and having the opportunity to listen to their stories firsthand. A more courageous and humble lot I have never met-nor ever will. Their stories of joy, sacrifice, and suffering are America's stories and shall forever be cherished and preserved thanks to this wonderful and timely publication.
-Pete Toye, son of Joe Toye (1919-1995), Easy Company member

"Imagine being able to sit down and listen to twenty veterans of one of the most fabled American military units of World War II tell their personal war stories--stories full of pain and fear and camaraderie and pride that most of them, like a lot of veterans, probably never even told their families. That priceless opportunity is here in Marcus Brotherton's fascinating collection of oral histories by a remarkable group of American heroes. Be amazed, be humbled.
-Flint Whitlock Pulitzer-nominated author and military historian Author of The Fighting First: The Untold Story of the Big Red One on D- Day

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Berkley; 1st edition (May 5, 2009)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 320 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0425227634
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0425227633
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.24 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.5 x 1.25 x 10 inches

Best Sellers Rank: #266,737 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #188 in United States Military Veterans History
- #528 in WWII Biographies
- #2,067 in World War II History (Books)

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"A must-read literary triumph." -- Booklist (starred review), on THE LONG MARCH HOME

"Storytelling at its best. Unreservedly recommended." -- Heather Morris, #1 internationally bestselling author, ‘The Tattooist of Auschwitz,’ on A BRIGHT AND BLINDING SUN.

"The wonder of this book is how good it makes you feel."-- New York Times bestselling author Robyn Post, on SHIFTY'S WAR.

"A story so powerful it could change your life." -- Colonel Jim Coy, (Ret) on BLAZE OF LIGHT.

Marcus Brotherton is a New York Times bestselling author and coauthor dedicated to writing books that inspire heroics, promote empathy, and encourage noble living.

His commendations include the Christopher Award for literature “that affirms the highest values of the human spirit.”

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Must read if you’re a fan of B.O.B.

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Their story never gets old, always something new to learn.

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The story of the Airborne 101 has fascinated me before the Band of Brothers epic, but the original Ambrose book/series and multiple books that have followed have become a large part of my life. What these men went through, and the bonds they formed with each other is just awe inspiring. Regular men...boys really (its incredible to believe they were largely 19-23 , or so...what were YOU doing at that age? :) ) that changed the world. I tend to buy a lot of books as I come across them (virtually all WW2, european theater) and then play catch up with them. We Who Are Alive and Remain sat on the shelf for awhile. So glad I finally chose it. I love the chronology, and also hearing from men that weren't in the spotlight as some of the others featured in the series. Amazing interviews (and photos) and stories of their journey. Excellently edited and organized. It was an interesting mix of men interviewed. You can tell they have/had very different personalities and views about their experiences. Very interesting read, hard to put down. It's a quick read, perfect to round out the summer.

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COMMEMORATION OF VALOR.

Reviewed in the United States on May 21, 2023

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The format is depicted, via diary entries by various valiant soldiers, with the European WWII battles organized in chronological order. Oftentimes, a difficult assimilation, yet, the brief individualized vignettes are captivating as described by each participant in first person. One is transported to the challenging scene. Particularly poignant which encapsulates the overriding motivation: " ... there are tigers in the jungle, and the defenseless must be defended--which means killing tigers" (p. 256).

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Robert Craddock

Authentic Military Stories

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"We Who Are Alive and Remain" traces the life stories of 20 of the original remaining Band of Brothers, from their growing up years in various parts of the country through basic training and World War II to their lives after the war.

The book is told in oral-history style, similar to how Babe Heffron's and Bill Guarnere's book was done. I really got a sense of knowing these men, what they were really like, what they really thought and felt, and who they really were during the war and are today, all these years later.

I think this book excels in its authenticity and rawness. I felt like I was actually sitting down with these men, hearing the stories firsthand.

I've seen the HBO series "Band of Brothers" and I really loved it, and this book will appeal to anyone who has seen this series. Even if you haven't seen it, you'll like this book!

I'm also going to pick up a copy for my dad for Father's Day. This is the type of book that will appeal to anyone who enjoys a strong story about courageous men who gave their all.

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Sharon S.

Great stories of real events.

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I'm in the process of reading this now. I'm really enjoying it. Each account from basic training, to the end of the war, is told in each siolder's own words. It's very interesting to get different accounts about the same event that happened. The author did a good job presenting the stories that way. If you love WWII events, then you'll really like this book.

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Glenn Schmotter

good book

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What these giants of men went through.

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Great Contribution to the history of WWII

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Having read all of the recent books recounting the history of Easy Company, 506th PIR, 101st Airborne Division, I find this an important contribution to the history of that unit and the history of World War II. I was privileged to be on a Band of Brother' tour accompanied by Frank Perconte, one of the original Tocoa members of Easy Company and a contributor to the book. The author, Marcus Brotherton takes you on a journey through WWII through the eyes of 20 members of Easy Company. Each tells his own story of that journey. If you enjoyed reading the "Band of Brothers" along with the other books about Easy Company, you will definitely enjoy this book. It is an interesting and easy read.

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Reviewed in the United States on December 14, 2009

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This is an excellent book. I have read all the similar books and didn't have high expectations because I thought Co. E story had been told. The others did a fine job of telling their stories but there was still a lot missing. It's interesting to see the various viewpoints of events which is what makes history interesting. In other words- the human aspect is what I seek out. I didn't find much of my dad's story in the previous books but I did in this one, which makes me think this is very effective in completing the story of such an outstanding airborne company. Keep up the good work, Mr. Brotherton. Clint Whitwer, son of Co. E veteran

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Sharon

Great interesting read

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 8, 2022

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I'm interested in this subject matter I haven't finished reading it yet..but feel its a great read and very poignant

edward merritt

I am intrigued and in awe of the courage and selflessness of those fine young men

Reviewed in Canada on September 29, 2017

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this book was excellently put together and I was riveted the whole time . I am intrigued and in awe of the courage and selflessness of those fine young men , MEN , most were mere teenagers . They should have been put on a pedestal , one and all . WE are all in their debt , forever , and keep their legacy alive . I can say I will do everything this humble servant can which Im afraid may not be enough . ED.

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e the heroes of 101st airborne paratroopers Easy company.

Reviewed in India on August 22, 2017

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Detailed story of WW2 Vet's i.e the heroes of 101st airborne paratroopers Easy company.

Amarczon

Sehr gute Ergänzung zu Band of Brothers

Reviewed in Germany on December 10, 2009

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Stephen Ambroses Buch " Band of Brothers ", sowie die darauf basierende HBO Mini-Fernsehserie Band of Brothers - Wir waren wie Brüder: Die komplette Serie (6 DVDs) führten zu einem neu erwachten Interesse an dieser Truppe, den Männern der E(asy)-Kompanie des 506ten Regiments der 101sten Airborne Division der US-Streitkräfte im zweiten Weltkrieg. Als eine der ersten Spezialeinheiten spielten die Fallschirmjäger eine entscheidende Rolle bei der erfolgreichen Invasion der Alliierten in die Normandie, bei den winterlichen Gräbenkämpfen um Bastogne, dem Einmarsch in Deutschland und schließlich der feierlichen Eroberung Berchtesgadens zum Kriegsende.

In Ambroses Buch wird die Geschichte der Kompanie von der zweijährigen Ausbildung bis zur Siegesfeier in Berchtesgaden nacherzählt. Während der Ausbildung und den folgenden fünf Einsätzen, an denen die Kompanie im Krieg teilnahm (Normandie, Holland, Bastogne, Hagenau, Deutschland) setzt Ambrose den Fokus seiner Erzählung auf einzelne Mitglieder der Truppe, während die anderen zwar auch immer wieder erwähnt werden, jedoch im Hintergrund bleiben. Einige der Hauptpersonen aus Ambroses Buch veröffentlichten seither zusätzlich ihre persönlichen Kriegsmemoiren, darunter zum Beispiel Lynn "Buck" Compton, der seine Erinnerungen ebenfalls mit Hilfe von Marcus Brotherton, dem Autor des vorliegenden Buches verfasste.

"We who are alive and remain" dient nun, wie der Untertitel "Untold stories from the Band of Brothers" schon vermuten lässt, als Erweiterung der, von Ambrose in "Band of Brothers", geschilderten Ereignisse. 24 weitere Mitglieder der Kompanie (bzw. in drei Fällen Nachkommen dieser (Alle Namen am Ende dieser Rezension)), erzählen hier ihre Persönlichen Erinnerungen an die einzelnen Etappen des Krieges. In 25 Kapiteln (8 zu verschiedenen Trainingscamps und der Überfahrt nach Europa, 14 zu den Etappen in Europa, je eines zur Überfahrt nach Hause und dem Leben nach dem Krieg, sowie ein kurzes Schlusskapitel, in dem die Protagonisten knapp ihre Gedanken zum Thema Kriegshelden wiedergeben) wird die Geschichte der Kompanie in kurzen Anekdoten der einzelnen Veteranen nacherzählt. Dabei gibt es keinen übergeordneten, moderierenden Erzählstrang. Stattdessen ist jedes Kapitel in kurze Abschnitte unterteilt, in der jeder der beteiligten Veteranen kurz in eigenen Worten seine Gedanken, oder eine oder mehrere kurze Anekdoten zum übergeordneten Thema erzählt.

Im Gegensatz zum Buch "Band of Brothers" oder der TV-Serie handelt es sich bei "We who are alive and remain" also nicht um eine durchgehende Erzählung, sondern eher um eine Anekdotensammlung, deren Ziel es ist, dem Leser weiter Mitglieder der E-Kompanie näher zu bringen, und die daher als Ergänzung zum Buch von Steven Ambrose (oder der TV-Serie) gelesen werden sollte. Sehr positiv ist dabei anzumerken, dass "We who are alive and remain" sein Ende nicht mit dem Ende des Krieges erreicht, sondern in den letzten Kapiteln auch aus der Zeit nach Kriegsende erzählt wird. So erfährt man etwas darüber, wie es Soldaten erging, die nach dem Krieg als Besatzer in Deutschland lebten, oder wie sich Heimkehrer wieder ins zivile Leben einreihten, und was in letzten 60 Jahren seit Kriegsende aus ihnen geworden ist.

Im Anhang erzählen zunächst drei Nachkommen von verstorbenen E-Kompanie Mitgliedern etwas von ihren Vätern, was insbesondere im Falle von Michael Sobel, Sohn von Herbert Sobel, dem Ausbilder der Kompanie interessant ist. Herbert Sobel kommt in Ambroses Buch eine zwiespältige Rolle als sehr guter Ausbilder, jedoch nur leidlich erfolgreicher Truppenführer mit menschlichen Schwächen zu. Letzteres verständlicherweise nicht unbedingt zur Freude seiner Familie. Zudem finden sich hier eine knappe Zeitleiste zu den Einsätzen der Kompanie, ein Diagramm zur Strukturierung der Airborne-Division, ein Namensindex und eine Liste aller Mitglieder der E-Kompanie sowie aller im Krieg gefallenen Mitglieder.

Zu diesem Buch trugen bei: Rob Bain, Don Bond, Roy Gates, Forrest Guth, Ed Joint, Joe Lesniewski, Dewitt Lowrey, Clancy Lyall, Al Mampre, Earl "One Lung" McClung, Norman Neitzke, Ed Pepping, Frank Perconte, Darrell "Shifty" Powers, Frank Soboleski, Herb Suerth Jr., Amos "Buck" Taylor, Ed Tipper, Bill Wingett, Henry Zimmermann und Angehörige von George Luz Sr., Robert Burr Smith und Herbert Sobel

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