Jump Commander
Narrated by Mike Vendetti
- Released
- March 29, 2013
- Length
- 8 hrs 50 mins
- Format
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Publisher
- Audible Studios
In "Jump Commander," Col. Mark James Alexander recounts his extraordinary experiences as the only airborne officer to lead three battalions during World War II, commanding units in pivotal battles across North Africa, Sicily, Italy, and France. This memoir, based on extensive interviews with his grandson, offers a compelling look at Alexander's leadership and valor, illustrating his commitment to his men even after sustaining serious injuries in Normandy. With insights into the operations of the 82nd Airborne Division and Alexander's legendary reputation among soldiers, the narrative captures the essence of a remarkable military leader from the Greatest Generation.
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