The Dark Side of Glory by Richard McMahon

In this mystery/suspense novel set during the Korean War, Matthew Clark, the biographer of a respected and highly decorated Army general, learns that there is a hidden side to his life, involving a brutal, covered-up murder, a secret mistress, and an abandoned illegitimate daughter. As he delves deeper, Matthew discovers an baffling mystery and a tragic love, in a world of surprises where nothing is at it seems. 

Tracing the general's earlier career during the occupation of Japan and through the early days of the Korean War, Matthew follows the lives of four principle characters: Philip Coursen, who appears to be the perfect Army officer, but with a disturbing dark side, Miriam Coursen, equally perfect Army wife, who may hide a secret agenda, Calvin Carter, an idealistic young West Pointer, beset with guilt as a result of his clandestine affair with another officer's wife, and Samantha Winstead, the beautiful, vivacious cause of Calvin Carter's discomfort. The biography takes a personal turn for Matthew, as he finds himself drawn into the story when he falls in love with the young woman who claims to be Coursen's daughter.

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A Complete Guide to Military Ribbons of the United States Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force, Coast Guard and Merchant Marine 1861 to 2014  by Col. Frank C. Foster (US Army, Ret)

This is the single most complete and authentic guide to United States military ribbons ever produced. Published in full color it displays the complete history of all United States Army, Navy, Marine, Air Force and Coast Guard ribbon since the Civil War. As an additional bonus it displays all currently authorized United Nations ribbons for United States forces. Merchant Marine ribbons dating back to World War II also have a display. Each branch of the service as a full-color ribbon display from World War II to present presenting the ribbons in correct order of predecessor from the medal of honor to currently authorized foreign awards. Under each ribbon is displayed the authorized attachments for each ribbon. A detailed section describes each ribbons attachment and the correct method for mounting attachments is diagram for all five of the military services. It is the most complete full-color reference of United States military ribbons ever published and is the product of over seven years of extensive research. Especially useful are the only charts showing the correct order of Protestant people wearing multiservice ribbons in each of the five military branches. An invaluable reference to all veterans, veterans families, members of the Armed Forces and reserves.

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See Here Private Foley! By The Foley’s LLC

See Here, Private Foley! is a collection of love letters between a young deployed World War II soldier and the love of his life. Ken and Patricia Foley have both passed away and left their correspondence to be discovered by their children and grandchildren. We are happy to share with others their passion and humor revealed in this journey taken by a young couple while separated during the war. Kenneth M. Foley was born in 1915 in Washington, DC. After he was born, his parents divorced and his blind grandmother raised him along with seven other grandchildren. He had a very difficult time growing up and attended several high schools. Ken apprenticed with an electrical company and was acknowledged for his commitment and work ethic with a promotion to become a foreman. By 1940, he was overseeing the electronic installations in the new barracks on Andrews Air Force Base in Maryland. During which time, he met Patricia Lawrence who was raised in Washington, DC and attended George Washington University and was in the Kappa Kappa Gamma sorority. She worked as a stenographer for the War Production Board in DC after college. They were married in 1941 and lived in a small apartment (#522) which was referred to in the letters as their "522". Shortly thereafter, Ken answered his nations call to arms by enlisting in the United States Army to support and defend our country during World War II. A young man fought in a war where he experienced events and saw sights that he would have never thought possible. His wife lovingly supported him from home where she bore him his first child. The two grew up quickly in a world where the written word was all they had to comfort one another. The beauty and romance that an era knew as their only form of communication have since been replaced by text messages and emails. Follow along as a witness to their unbelievable journey throughout a deployment during World War II.

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Captured! The POW Saga of Frank Battle Bob Corbin with Alexander Doyle

Frank Battle, a forward observer for Allied troops in WWII, is captured by German forces. Unfortunately for Frank, one of his SS interrogators decides it would be quite an accomplishment to break Frank Battle and convince him that the Axis of Evil is the right way and he will stop at nothing to do so. But as a member of the Greatest Generation, Frank will have none of it and is sent to Stalag 13.

Frank's hope and faith are tested throughout his captivity. Then, hope begins to rise as US forces storm the compound in a bold attempt to free the captives. Unfortunately their escape attempt is thwarted by German forces and Frank and his two comrades are given the choice of fighting it out with the Germans, being recaptured or slipping into the dark German night in one last dash for freedom. Will they make it?

Join Frank and his fellow POW's as they struggle to survive the hardships of imprisonment, the brutally harsh winter and the physical and mental anguish of a deadly game of hide and seek with German troops.

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Advance Agent Planning Guide - The Executive Protection Specialist's Guide for Conducting Advance Operations by Duke Speed

Written for security force professionals by a recognized expert, this is a must read for security personnel responsible for planning foreign or domestic travel and events requiring protection services. The Advance Agent Planning Guide-The Executive Protection Specialist's Guide for Conducting Advance Operations is an easy to use professional reference manual that provides detailed step-by-step procedures for the planning and conduct of executive protection advance operations. The book is ideal for members of federal, state, tribal, and municipal-level governments, as well as professionals of the public safety, military, homeland security, law enforcement, and private sector security industries. The Advance Agent Planning Guide provides executive protection advance agents with a series of current, practical, and user-friendly planning checklists for their use in planning operations.

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Occult by Laura Croft

Thirteen. Unlucky for some. On their 13th birthday children discover the truth about who they really are. WHAT they really are. That they belong to the Occult world where witches, vampires and demons exist along with other mythical, magical and supernatural creatures.

The children are sent into the unknown through a magic portal where they must choose a path. One which leads to The Dark Academy and the other which leads to The Academy of Merlin. At both Academies the students learn how to use magic, some for good and some for evil. Friendships are formed and destroyed and when the transformations begin it's difficult to know who to trust. Good can be corrupted by evil and evil can be turned good! Friends can quickly become foes and enemies can become unlikely allies!

As secrets, visions and prophecies unfold will they be able to survive in this new world? Will they choose the path to greatness or are they destined for darkness?

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The Sorcerers’ Prophecy: Secrets of Eileen by Taylor Evans

In order to bring the most powerful army into the nearing war, Casey and Brennon must travel to the kingdom of Eileen and seek the help of Aiden, a wanted deserter and spy. But the dark secrets of Aiden’s past may threaten the mission and put them all in mortal danger. Meanwhile, Kate is building a powerful army of Sagen and preparing to do something that would change her forever. As Casey and Kate fortify their forces, dangerous and forgotten truths are uncovered, revealing secrets that may determine the course of the war.

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HR Directions: HR Leading Lights On What You Should Know Right Now About Leadership, Engagement, Technology, and Growing Your Own World-Class HR Career By Martha I. Finney

Anyone who tries to put forward the argument that HR is rapidly declining in relevance has another think coming. HR brings the people into the people side of business. And, as with people, the challenges and opportunities presented within the profession are many and ever-changing. New generations, technology, political landscapes, economic conditions, global urgencies, and simple, everyday demands for process refinements require that the HR professional maintain vigilance for both the here/now and what will be coming up over the horizon, as yet unseen. The HR conversation is never-ending and always fascinating. This collection of seventeen world-class HR thought leaders brings you the latest in HR thinking. Each exclusive, invitation-only, contribution to the discussion points the way to where HR is going, where the profession can offer its very best in helping companies – global and domestic – achieve their best potential through the passions and talents of the people who work there. In this book you will learn: How to prepare Millennials for leadership and international roles; How to use an extraordinary, alternative method for identifying and grooming key talent; How to leverage the planning power of the HR advisory function to activate key corporate strategy; How the CHRO can take essential steps to ensure successful CEO onboarding; How to implement HR’s vast landscape of responsibilities to become a corporation within a corporation; How to tap into the unique gifts and offerings of humanitarian workers to enrich your own corporate culture; How to activate cutting edge technology to elevate HR impact on corporate success; How to borrow from US Marine Corps training to inspire and earn Millennial commitment to mission-critical objectives. Proceeds from the sales of HR Directions will be donated to Jobs For America’s Graduates (JAG). JAG is committed to creating “a nation without dropouts:” Helping resolve our country’s dropout and transition problems by expanding state organizations and local programs that help young people greatest at risk overcome barriers to graduation from high school and become college and career ready; Equipping JAG Specialists with proven programs and unique services for middle school, high school, and out-of-school youth to stay in school through graduation from high school, pursue a collegiate education, and/or enter and advance in their chosen career field; Developing future leaders for families, employers, communities, states, and the nation.

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Don't Be That Kid At School By Lois McGuire

I’m an old goat now,
But just like you,
I was once a young goat too.

Listen to my story,
Of the “baaad” things I did,
Learn a lesson from them
And …
DON’T BE THAT KID!

So begins a delightful story of what might be a typical day at school. Typical? Not quite! Each scene unfolds as our KID misbehaves on the bus, in class, in art, in music, in gym, at recess. Even at lunch! Does he learn his lesson? You have to read the book to find out!

We can learn great life lessons from reading Don’t Be That KID! At School. Each scene provides an opportunity to discuss character building values, such as honesty, kindness, consideration, responsibility, respect, including others, solving problems, making good choices, completing tasks, and being positive.

The Don’t Be That KID! At School Resource Guide accompanies the book but can be used independently. It is filled with meaningful activities for children in grades K – 5 for teachers and parents to use that reinforce proper behavior and character education principles.

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The Yardman Written by: Jim McMillen

A quirky, small-of-stature man known as Little Jesse, lives in quiet anonymity after drifting into the small West Texas town of Hawthorne in 1938. Self-employed in a pay-by-cash yard service business, he has no bank account, no driver’s license, or any other acceptable identification. He has no social security number and pays no taxes. With local authorities seemingly indifferent, alias Jesse Phillips simply does not exist. He lives alone in a ramshackle shanty located in a mesquite pasture on the edge of town. Tight-fisted with a buck, Jesse rolls his cigarettes and returns unsmoked tobacco to his Bull Durham pouch.
Unknown to him, he is hunted by both police and coldblooded killers because of an unsolved murder that is now linked to him. His past begins to catch up when an Erie, Pennsylvania, woman is brutally slain in 1942. That murder connects him to the 1937 horrific killing of an Indiana hardware store owner. Police close in on murder suspect Little Jesse, as the revenge-stricken killers also race to hunt him down. 
History-woven, bone-chilling episodes cross Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Louisiana, and other parts of Texas.

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