War Stories: The Men of the Airborne
The 17th Airborne was one of five Airborne divisions activated by the United States during WWII. Although frequently overshadowed by the more famous 82nd and 101st Airborne Divisions, the 17th Airborne fought with distinction alongside them in the Battle of the Bulge. This book chronicles some of the experiences of the men of the 17th Airborne on the occasion of the 50th Anniversary of the division's activation.
We earn a commission for purchases made through the following links.
Book details
- Author
- Bart Hagerman
- Imprint
- Turner Publishing Company
- Published
- Formats
- Hardcover, Paperback
- Subjects
- History › Wars & Conflicts › World War II
- Topics
- World War II · 17th Airborne Division · Battle of the Bulge · U.S. military history · airborne infantry · veteran stories
- ISBN-13
- 9781563110979 (Hardcover)9781681624129 (Paperback)
About the author
BART HAGERMAN was a U.S. Army lieutenant colonel, master parachutist, and military historian who served in the 193rd Glider Infantry Regiment, 17th Airborne Division. His books include Granddaddy Was Airborne!, USA Airborne 50th Anniversary: 1940–1990 and War Stories: The Men of the Airborne.
Hagerman volunteered for military service in April 1943 at age 18, was wounded in action, and retired from the Army in 1978. He also authored and edited 17th Airborne Division History and held a direct commission following his college graduation, serving briefly during the Korean conflict.