"And they thought we wouldn't fight"

Through the eyes of a seasoned war correspondent, listeners are taken straight to the chaotic battlefields of 1918 France. The narrative weaves together dispatches from the front lines, the roar of artillery, and moments of startling bravery as the reporter darts into exposed positions to rescue wounded officers. His own injury—three machine‑gun bullets that barely missed a fatal end—adds a gritty, personal edge to the larger story of the American Expeditionary Forces.

Interspersed with official commendations from Generals Pershing and Foch, the account reveals how his daring earned the prestigious Croix de Guerre and a reputation for putting others before himself. Yet the heart of the book lies in his determination to carry the raw truth back to American ears, promising lectures that will bridge the gap between distant battlefields and home‑front anxieties. Listeners will feel the camaraderie, the fear, and the unshakable resolve that defined the young soldiers fighting far from home.