Devotion: An Epic Story of Heroism, Friendship, and Sacrifice
Adam Makos • Ballantine Books • ISBN-13 978‑0804176583
Devotion: An Epic Story of Heroism, Friendship, and Sacrifice
ISBN-10: 0804176582 · ISBN-13: 978‑0804176583 · 2015
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Adam Makos chronicles the harrowing experiences of Jesse Brown, the first African American naval aviator, and his wingman Tom Hudner during the Korean War. Through meticulous research and personal interviews, the narrative explores the profound bond between these two men amidst the brutal realities of aerial combat and the systemic challenges faced by minority pilots in the mid-twentieth century.
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