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William B. Breuer

WILLIAM B. BREUER was an American soldier, journalist, and military historian who authored more than 25 books, 14 of which were main selections of the Military Book Club. His books include The Great Raid on Cabanatuan.

Breuer’s book The Great Raid on Cabanatuan was adapted into the 2005 film The Great Raid.

Breuer volunteered for combat duty during World War II, landing with the first assault waves on D-Day in Normandy and fighting through five campaigns in the European Theatre, including the Battle of the Bulge. After the war he became publisher and owner of The Rolla Daily Herald before moving to Chicago in 1982 to pursue a full-time writing career. His military experience informed his specialization in World War II history.

William B. Breuer’s books are published by Trade Paper Press, an imprint of Turner Publishing.

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