Bob Welch Livres

"A true 'Band of brothers' story"--Dust jacket.

Set against the backdrop of a 2020 sailboat journey to honor his mother's memory, the author explores the intersection of faith and contemporary societal issues. Addressing the challenges posed by Trump, COVID, and racial tensions, he reflects on the critical question of belonging—whether to God or the world. Welch argues that the evangelical faith is at a crossroads, suggesting that true hope lies not in politics or nationalism, but in a deeper spiritual connection that has been overshadowed by societal discord.

These 52 lessons from the beloved movie It's a Wonderful Life point to timeless values we all share and lead us to wisdom and insights we can apply to our lives at Christmas and all throughout the year.

Explores the battles from Normandy to Germany while delving into the psyche of a soldier who overcame challenges to become an elite paratrooper and faced the loss of his best friend during the harrowing engagement at Bastogne.

These 52 lessons from the beloved novel A Christmas Carol point to timeless values we all share and lead us to wisdom and insights we can apply to our lives at Christmas and all throughout the year.

Set against the backdrop of World War I and II, this narrative follows Frances Slanger, a Jewish girl from Poland who immigrates to America and dedicates her life to nursing. As one of the first nurses at Normandy in June 1944, she faces the brutal realities of war while providing care to wounded soldiers. Her poignant letter to "Stars and Stripes" resonates with troops, earning her admiration. Tragically, she is killed by German forces just a day later, making her story a powerful tribute to courage and sacrifice in the face of adversity.

On June 28.2005, Turbine 33, carrying eight Navy SEALs and eight members of the 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment, was struck by a rocket propelled grenade, careening the dual rotor Chinook toward the rugged peak of Sawtalo Sar. The result was the single deadliest incident in Special Operations history at the time. Commanders called on the largest element of US Special Forces, the 75th Ranger Regiment. The rescue mission: Operation Red Wings II. Author Tony Brooks gives a first-hand account of the daring recovery of Turbine 33 and the subsequent search for the remaining compromised Navy SEAL recon team--one of whom was Marcus Luttrell, the lone survivor.

The inspirational story of the author's life journey writing the book "American nightingale"

Set against the backdrop of World War II, the narrative follows a group of American soldiers who defy surrender during the fall of Luzon in the Philippines. Rather than capitulating to the Japanese forces, these brave individuals escape into the jungles, relying on their resourcefulness and determination for survival. Their journey explores themes of courage, resilience, and the fight for freedom in the face of overwhelming odds.

A compilation of images of pre-prohibition, prohibition and California Permit & IRTP paper labels and beer bottles from the collection of Bob Welch.