The Fool Lieutenant; a Personal Account of D-Day and WWII

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Summary: Excellent
Review: Excellent personal account of an elite Ranger. Edlin has been credited for almost single-handedly capturing 800 german soldiers and is a decorated soldier. This book shows the heart in soul of the volunteer Rangers. A real page turner.

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Summary: Rangers Lead the Way
Review: I happened on to this book by chance and am glad I did. I served with the 2nd Ranger Bn in the 80's and consider myself pretty good on Ranger History but, I had never heard of "The Fool Lieutenant". Bob Edlin is truely an American hero and anyone who is interested in WWII or the Rangers should definitely read this story. Mr. Edlin captures the essence of the dedication, the selflessness and the comaraderie that is embodied in the American Ranger both past and present.

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Summary: The Real McCoy
Review: I met Mr. Edlin through my parents,who are retired in Corpus Christi.Mr. Edlin still shows up at his Auction House every day in the morning.This man's story is a fascinating glimpse into D-Day,WWII and the Depression generation.Besides capturing the Belgian Fort at Brest,surviving D-Day,declining the MOH, and chasing down a burglar with a car,Mr. Edlin has MUCH more to say that is NOT in this book!This is a MUST read!And if you're ever in Corpus Christi,Texas,stop by and say hello to "The Fool Lieutenant!