Deze auteur put uit uitgebreide ervaring bij de Amerikaanse marine, waar hij diende op kernonderzeeërs tijdens het hoogtepunt van de Koude Oorlog. Zijn tijd in actieve dienst, inclusief het bevel over onderzeeërs en samenwerking met SEAL-teams, vormt zijn unieke literaire perspectief. Zijn werken verkennen thema's als strategie en plicht, evenals de impact van militaire technologie op mensenlevens. Door zijn verhalen biedt hij een scherp inzicht in de wereld van onderzeeëroperaties en strategisch denken.
An international crisis in eastern Russia propels the US Navy into a high-stakes race against time to prevent a nuclear catastrophe. The narrative unfolds with intense military strategy and diplomatic tensions, highlighting the urgency and complexity of modern warfare. As the situation escalates, characters must navigate moral dilemmas and the potential for global destruction, showcasing themes of bravery, sacrifice, and the precarious balance of power in international relations.
Burns, broken bones, shrapnel - nothing could stop Dixie Kiefer, the victim of
ten wounds in two wars, a veteran of some of the U.S. Navy's most celebrated
carriers and battles, and a naval aviation pioneer. This is his story.
WHEN A VENEZUELAN ADMIRAL ATTEMPTS AN AMBITIOUS POWER GRAB, AMERICA’S ELITE WARRIORS MUST STOP A DISASTER OF UNIMAGINABLE SCALE.______________________________________Admiral Juan Valdez is the puppet master behind Venezuela's dictatorship. He has spent years modernizing Venezuela’s military while the poor of his country starved. All the while, Valdez was working toward his grand vision of seizing much of Latin America. Now Admiral Valdez is convinced that Bolivia, Columbia, and Peru are all well within his grasp. And when the time is right, he will strike.But the real key to his victory lies to the north. With the recent discovery of massive undersea oil deposits, he must take Cuba. For oil is money. And money is power.The crew of the submarine USS Toledo, along with a handful of SEALs and intelligence operatives, have been sent in to protect America’s interests.But with Russia’s best technology at his disposal, Valdez’s elaborate plot puts the Americans right in the line of fire.
The book is a gripping thriller that delves into high-stakes military operations and espionage, showcasing intense action and strategic maneuvers. With a backdrop of global conflict, it explores themes of loyalty, sacrifice, and the moral complexities faced by those in the line of duty. The narrative is driven by well-developed characters who navigate treacherous situations, making it a compelling read for fans of military fiction and action-packed stories.
For Dutton Caliber's American War Heroes series, the riveting true story of United States Air Force officer, flying ace, and record-setting test pilot Chuck Yeager.Bold, brash, and brimming with courage, Chuck Yeager burst onto the scene as a national hero in 1947, when he became the first to fly an airplane faster than the speed of sound. Yet even before his days as America’s most famous test pilot, Yeager was a young fighter ace in the US Army Air Force, flying a P-51 Mustang over Nazi-occupied Europe. His exploits are the stuff of legend.Soon after downing his first enemy fighter, Yeager, too, was shot down, surviving thanks to the help of the French Resistance and his own skills as a bomb maker—and earned a Bronze Star for saving the life of a fellow American. Against regulation, and only with the approval of General Eisenhower himself, Yeager returned to duty as a fighter pilot. While fiercely protecting Allied bombers, he shot down eleven enemy planes, including a lightning-fast Messerschmitt Me 262, the world's first jet-powered airplane, and completed more than sixty missions.In Chuck Yeager , acclaimed author Don Keith tells the true story of the American icon during the war in which Yeager first proved he had the right stuff.
SOON TO BE A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE STARRING GERARD BUTLER AND GARY OLDMAN A submarine captain races to prevent World War III in this thrilling adventure.Below the polar ice cap, an American nuclear submarine moves quietly in the freezing water, tailing a new Russian sub. But the usual, unspoken game of hide-and-seek between opposing captains is ended when the Americans hear sounds of disaster and flooding, and the Russian sub sinks in a thousand feet of water. The American sub rushes to help, only to join its former quarry in the deep.The situation ignites tensions around the world. As both Washington and Moscow prepare for what may be the beginnings of World War III, the USS Toledo--led by young, untested Captain Joe Glass--heads to the location to give aid. He soon discovers that the incident was no accident. And the men behind it have yet to make their final move. A move only Glass can stop.Previously Published As Firing Point
Written by a British journalist, this book provides a firsthand account of travel in Europe and the Middle East in the early 20th century. Wallace provides vivid descriptions of the places he visits and offers his opinions on the people and cultures he encounters.
The plot revolves around a Chinese spymaster who orchestrates an attack on Western interests in the Pacific using an Islamic terrorist. In response, a US Navy submarine is deployed to thwart the impending disaster, highlighting themes of espionage, international conflict, and the complexities of modern warfare. The story unfolds against a backdrop of geopolitical tension, showcasing the high-stakes maneuvers of military forces in a race against time.
A terrorist mastermind orchestrates a dangerous deception that puts the world at risk. As chaos unfolds, characters must navigate a web of intrigue and danger, confronting both external threats and their own motivations. The tension escalates as they race against time to uncover the truth and thwart the impending disaster, highlighting themes of trust, betrayal, and the moral complexities of warfare.
The plot unfolds as the Russian President's ambition to reunite the Soviet Union triggers a high-stakes conflict involving espionage, advanced submarines, and elite US Navy SEALs. As tensions rise, a gripping battle ensues, showcasing the intricate dynamics of international relations and the lengths to which nations will go to protect their interests. The narrative promises suspense and action, highlighting the strategic maneuvers of both sides in a modern geopolitical struggle.
