Beyond Band of Brothers: The War Memoirs of Major Dick Winters | 
| Authors: Dick Winters, Cole C. Kingseed
Publisher: Berkley Trade
Category: Book
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Media: Paperback
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Pages: 320
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Dimensions (in): 8.7 x 5.9 x 0.9
Dewey Decimal Number: 355
Publication Date: May 6, 2008
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Now in paperback! The New York Times bestseller and war memoir from the commander of the legendary Band of Brothersnow with a new preface from Dick Winters.
They were called Easy Companybut their mission was never easy. Immortalized as the Band of Brothers, they suffered 150% casualties while liberating European unparalleled record of bravery under fire. Winner of the Distinguished Service Cross, Dick Winters was their legendary commander. This is his storytold in his own words for the first time.
On D-Day, Winters assumed leadership of the Band of Brothers when its commander was killed and led them through the Battle of the Bulge and into Germanyby which time each member had been wounded. Based on Winterss wartime diary, Beyond Band of Brothers also includes his comrades untold stories. This is a moving memoir by the man who earned the love and respect of Easy Companyand who is a hero to new generations worldwide.
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 Interesting Read November 28, 2008
No new info on the Band of Brothers; just talking about himself. Worth reading but not very exciting.
 "It Is Far Easier To Find Quiet Than To Find Peace." November 26, 2008
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
"Beyond Band of Brothers" is the combat memoir of Major Dick Winters, a man immortalized in "Band of Brothers" first by in print by Stephen Ambrose, and later by Tom Hanks on HBO. In the "Band of Brothers" book and miniseries Winters comes across as trustworthy but enigmatic, brave but modest, and above all a leader of men. This book allows Winters, a deeply private man, to express his individual point of view like never before, and as a result allows the reader the ability to better understand him and the keys to his leadership style.
Though not a professional writer by trade, Winters, while plain spoken, conveys the personal trials and triumphs of his life, the war, and especially his love for the men of E Company better than any outside historian, no matter how well-intentioned, ever could. While I had seen most of the material covered here in the miniseries, I understood the actions and grasped the decisions made far better after reading this book. I now plan of re-watching the miniseries again with my newfound understanding. The essence of the book is the remarkable transformation of a young man from an off the street college graduate to a thoroughly vetted combat commander in a very short time. I was especially interested in Major Winters' recollections about Carentan, Brecourt Manor, and awful Bastogne, and I was not disappointed. The book gives far greater insight into ground maneuvering and weapons employment than I had ever had before.
Throughout the book the theme of brotherhood is never far from the surface. Major Winters is not cut from the same cloth as many hard-charging military officers: he didn't (and still doesn't) drink, rarely swore, and always strove to be the best man he could be. Throughout it all, while no doubt proud of his accomplishments and achievements, he remains fundamentally modest, a trait he discusses in the closing pages of this book in some detail, always emphasizing the importance of crediting the entire team for a success, while taking personal responsibility for a failure. That's the kind of man who I would want follow in combat, and that's the reason Major Winters was such a revered leader.
The book culminates in a ten-point summation of Major Winters' philosophy of leadership, "Leadership at the Point of a Bayonet," and should be memorized by leaders of all stripes everywhere. While most of us will never be fortunate enough to meet Major Dick Winters in person, we can all benefit from the lessons he learned in the hardest proving ground in the world. I recommend this book to everyone.
Thank you Major Winters for your devotion to your country and your men. I salute you.
Dick Winters November 11, 2008
One of the best books I have read about the 101st Airborne. Written with passion, clarity and honesty. Dick Winters leadership style is second to none.
First Class Character October 3, 2008
Reading Major Dick Winters' memoirs after first watching the mini-series and reading Stephen Ambrose's - BAND OF BROTHERS, provided a clearer sense of actual facts of the most significant event in war history. I felt like I knew Major Winters and found myself saying to myself as I was reading, "give the job to me, I'll do it!!!" Very inspiring; profound sense of gratitude, and understanding why these citizen soldiers followed the CO of Easy Company into war to free the world of tyranny.
Great Book September 6, 2008
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. Reading Winters' account after reading Band of Brothers offered unique insights. I was heartened by Major Winters' faith and how he used this to make it through the War. Stationed in Germany, I had the opportunity to make a voyage to the memorial & Peace Gardens in Bastogne and to Foy as well; a trip inspired by Major Winters. To him & to all others who served in WWII, what you did for the world is not forgotten & will forever be appreciated.
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