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Dog Company
- The Boys of Pointe Du Hoc - the Rangers Who Landed at D-Day and Fought Across Europe
- Letto da: John Pruden
- Durata: 8 ore e 11 min
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Sintesi dell'editore
In the tradition of Band of Brothers, acclaimed combat historian Patrick K. O’Donnell cinematically tells one of World War II’s greatest untold stories.
It is said that the right man in the right place at the right time can mean the difference between victory and defeat. This is the dramatic story of 68 soldiers in the US Army's Second Ranger Battalion, Company D - "Dog Company" - who made that difference, time and again. From D-day, when German guns atop Pointe du Hoc threatened the Allied landings and the men of Dog Company scaled the sheer 90-foot cliffs to destroy them; to the slopes of Hill 400, in Germany’s Hürtgen Forest, where the Rangers launched a desperate bayonet charge across an open field; to a "quiet" section of the Ardennes, where Dog Company suddenly found itself on the tip of the spear at the Battle of the Bulge; the men of Dog Company made the difference.
America had many heroes in World War II; however, few can say that, but for them, the course of the war would have been very different. The right men, the right place, the right time - Dog Company.
Patrick K. O’Donnell is the award-winning author of eight books, including the highly acclaimed account of the Battle of Fallujah We Were One. He has provided historical consulting for Band of Brothers and multiple documentaries. He lives in Austin, Texas.
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Generale4 out of 5 stars
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- Addicted to Amazon
- 30/04/2014
On par with the best; Band of Brothers, etc
A quick introduction to my ratings...everyone has their own views so you should know what mine are so my review may be of help
***** - 5 Stars, an all time great that I would want to read every year
**** - 4 Stars, a good book that I would be willing to read again
*** - 3 Stars, an average book, glad I read but would not read again
** - 2 Stars, I finished but was sorry I did and would not recommend it
* - 1 Star, i could not even finish it
I list my recommendation if you were my friend, my overall thoughts and then list the 2 things I liked best and the 2 things I liked least about the book. This is not conclusion, rather a 1 min review.
Recommendation - If you like military history, i.e. books like With the Old Breed, Band of Brothers, etc, I highly recommend this book.
Overall,this book is another tribute to the brutality of war and the hearts of the WWII generation. They speak of many battles as the summary describes. It is not sugar coated, the author pulls no punches in romanticizing war.
Best
1. The description of life in battle pulled no punches. The author also expanded on the quotes, attributing them to the interview or source, so the reader knows they were not the author's narrative, they were from interviews, 1st hand accounts. I appreciate that as many authors like to add to it.
2. I enjoyed the ending when the author spoke of what came of the members of Dog Company, it is good to hear how their lives ended up!
Least
1. There is little to say here. I would have enjoyed more background to what was going on big picture, not just the 1st hand accounts, but that would have made for a much longer story.
2. There really was nothing major I did not like about this book. It will come down to personal preference.
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- Erik
- 11/08/2013
A solid work on a specific topic
As with most works with a single focus, it can get a bit repetitive. That being said, it is a solid story that tells the story of a unique time and of a unique unit. All of these stories need to be told and listened to. Those that were actually there deserve our attention and understanding to what is really their story.
This was first time with this author. A pretty good performance, but as with most US narrators, I found his pace a touch slow. Maybe that's just me.
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- MickeyMarie
- 18/04/2013
An excellent history of a unique army unit
A good story about heroes that does not make them unreal. The Rangers have been an important arm of the US Army for over a century. This book shares their specific experience during World War II.
It is a well written history, and the narration is well done, making it an interesting listen.
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- maria
- 11/12/2012
real heroes
Would you listen to Dog Company again? Why?
I would listen to dog company again because the characters are well drawn and more importantly, real. The author and narrators do a wonderful job of incorporating vivid descriptions of the actions and first Person memories of some of the men involved.
Would you ever listen to anything by Patrick K. O’Donnell again?
Yes, i heard him bring interviews on pubic radio which is what drew me purchasing the audio book. Excellent research.
What does John Pruden bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?
John does an excellent job of capturing the closeness of the men, their commitment to their assignments. Descriptions of battles were vivid.
Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?
The actual landing and climb of cliffs
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- Joey Lowe
- 30/04/2022
Dog Company is a heckva story about the US Rangers
I loved every minute of this story. The narration is clear, easy to understand and appealing to anyone who regularly listens to books about war. The battles described are familiar and the author took the time to fully develop the characters so that by the time the book wraps up you find yourself longing for more information about these men who fought for our freedoms during WWII.
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- robert kosch
- 31/03/2022
Wow highly recommend
Hard to fathom what these men seen just through words but this book does a great job. Truly the greatest generation. Thank you
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- Jason
- 08/02/2022
loved it
great picture of what it was like for these brave men. ENOUGH gory detail to make you feel it, but not enough to put it down.
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- Utente anonimo
- 22/01/2022
Great Freebe
As an Audible member we get a great selection of books for no cost. It’s perk you get after being a member for awhile. The book I just listen to enlightened me of the history of the US Rangers in WW II. Good job
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- Joe Nagar
- 20/03/2021
True heroes
To imagine what these guys went through in WWII, and the impact their action had on the D-day and the rest of the war is incredible.
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- Robert from Brookline
- 08/03/2021
Exciting
This is a fascinating book about the US Rangers and the Cliffs they had to climb during the D day invasion.
The men were all heroes and the author Describes it well an almost impossible task.
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- Bill
- 29/08/2015
Very average
What could have made this a 4 or 5-star listening experience for you?
Better performance, less clichés - the soldiers have a great story to tell - it should have been gripping, but it wasn't
What could Patrick K. O'Donnell have done to make this a more enjoyable book for you?
Less use of bombastic & tired clichés.
What do you think the narrator could have done better?
A little more animation.
What character would you cut from Dog Company?
The author.
Any additional comments?
None.
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- Darren Kingston-Smith
- 28/09/2022
Wow
Abit slow to start, but we'll worth the listen. Unbelievable what they went through.
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- Baz Borozitch
- 22/05/2022
A BOB Without The Parachutes
If you enjoyed Band Of Brothers, this is more of the same. Not a criticism by the way, just the parallels are unavoidable given the similarity between the creation of the units, their use on D day and the unimaginable bravery and horror which unfolds.
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- FAB
- 12/05/2022
A good story of comradeship and heroism
As i said a good story showing the trials of men in war. The comradeship which held them together through all their trials and the highs and lows of training and combat.
The only thing i would note is the comment - the most important battle of ww2, not wishing to take anything away from their heroism but so many others fought through so much for our freedom.
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- Amazon Customer
- 14/03/2022
DOG COMPANY
AN EXCELLENT AND GRIPING BOOK ABOUT RANGERS AND THE COSTS OF LIFE DURING THE WAR AND THE BRUTALITY OF WAR AND THE COSTS OF LIFE DURING THE WAR AND THE HORROR THAT THEY HAVE TO FACE AND SEE SO MANY OF YOUR FRIENDS FOR BUT AN EXCELLENT BOOK
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- Jerry G
- 23/02/2022
Action all the way. True Heroes
Better than any Boys Own made up war stories. These guys had a relentless battle against all the odds. Amazing courage. A must listen audio.
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- Pete
- 11/11/2021
brilliant and moving.
This is as good as Band of Brothers. Great narrator. Dog, Easy, Fox. etc All heroes. Can't compare. To do what they have done in Europe. I have no words.
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- Matt
- 14/05/2020
A must listen
A fantastic tale of true heroes that overcame adversity on numerous occasions.
Listen to this book to keep their sacrifices alive.
The soldiers in this book gave us what we cherish today.
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