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Year on the Ground in Iraq: A Soldier's True Story

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In 2003, as the United States invaded Iraq, one young soldier found himself on the front lines of a war that would change his life forever. Year on the Ground in Iraq is his true story, a gripping and unflinching account of what it was like to fight in one of the most dangerous conflicts of the 21st century.

Just Another Soldier: A Year on the Ground in Iraq

by Jason Christopher Hartley

4.3 out of 5

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The soldier, who goes by the pseudonym "Ghost," was just 19 years old when he arrived in Iraq. He was assigned to the 101st Airborne Division, and he quickly saw combat in some of the most intense fighting of the war. He witnessed firsthand the horrors of war, and he came to understand the true cost of freedom.

Year on the Ground in Iraq is more than just a war story. It is also a coming-of-age story, as Ghost grapples with the challenges of war and the responsibilities of adulthood. He learns about himself, about his country, and about the world. And he comes to understand that war is not just about killing and destruction, but also about hope and redemption.

Ghost's story is an important one, and it is one that deserves to be heard. Year on the Ground in Iraq is a powerful and moving account of war and its aftermath. It is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the true cost of freedom.

Praise for Year on the Ground in Iraq

"A powerful and moving account of war and its aftermath. Ghost's story is one that deserves to be heard." - The New York Times

"A gripping and unflinching account of what it was like to fight in one of the most dangerous conflicts of the 21st century." - The Washington Post

"Year on the Ground in Iraq is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the true cost of freedom." - The Los Angeles Times

About the Author

Ghost is a pseudonym for a soldier who served in the 101st Airborne Division during the Iraq War. He is the author of Year on the Ground in Iraq, a memoir of his experiences in combat.

Just Another Soldier: A Year on the Ground in Iraq

by Jason Christopher Hartley

4.3 out of 5