Book I: The Iraq I Knew

"The fight in Iraq may have ended when I left, but it never truly left me. It would take me months to readjust to what I considered 'normal' after each combat deployment. Chronicling my firsthand experiences in 'The Iraq I Knew: From Saddam Hussein to Weapons of Mass Destruction to Al Qaeda in Iraq,' Colonel Burl Randolph Jr. shares the challenges and tribulations faced during each deployment.

In Book I: 'Into the Storm,' I detail my time as a newly promoted US Army Captain, recalling the initial shock of Saddam Hussein's invasion of Kuwait and the subsequent exhausting deployment to Desert Shield. Living in the harsh deserts of Saudi Arabia, we endured relentless rocket attacks and witnessed diplomatic solutions fail. Transitioning to Desert Storm combat operations in Iraq with the renowned 1st Cavalry Division, we embarked on a dangerous mission to help liberate Kuwait.

Finally, I describe the struggle of reintegrating into civilian life back in the US after the war in Iraq, where life carried on without us. I urge you to purchase, read, and reflect on this book to gain a deeper appreciation for the sacrifices made by veterans. It will provide you with more reasons to express gratitude for their service."

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