{"title":"Andrew Wiest","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection featuring the works of renowned author Andrew Wiest, a distinguished historian and military expert whose writings delve into deep explorations of historical events. Known for his engaging narratives and meticulous research, Wiest brings history to life in an accessible and insightful manner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAndrew Wiest has established himself as a leading authority in the fields of history and military studies. His works, such as \u003cem\u003eDogwood\u003c\/em\u003e, showcase his ability to weave together intricate historical details with compelling storytelling. Wiest’s books are highly regarded for their educational value, making them a valuable resource for history enthusiasts and scholars alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDive into our carefully curated collection to discover Andrew Wiest’s books that offer not only fascinating facts but also a deeper understanding of the forces that shaped our world. Whether you're a student, a history aficionado, or just someone with a keen interest in military history, Wiest’s writings are sure to captivate and inform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore the past through Andrew Wiest's insightful eyes, and enhance your knowledge with each page turned.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"dogwood-by-andrew-wiest-9781472863188","title":"Dogwood","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is an unsparing account of the sharp end of war written by one of the finest military historians of his generation.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAndrew Wiest, author of the bestselling \u003ci\u003eBoys of ’67\u003c\/i\u003e, traces the experience of the 150th Combat Engineers of the Mississippi National Guard in their 2005 tour of duty in Iraq, centred on the forward operating base \u003ci\u003eDogwood\u003c\/i\u003e. Comprising youth hoping to attain a way out of grinding poverty, women seeking to break barriers, and patriots answering their nation’s call after 9\/11, the 150th represented nearly all of what America had to offer in 2005.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmid the transformation of the US military in the 21st century, no longer were they destined to be weekend warriors tasked mainly with local disaster relief. The new Guard was a sharp weapon of war. Soldiers grew up in the same communities, played sports and served together. As \u003ci\u003eDogwood\u003c\/i\u003e reveals, this provides a singular advantage, but also intensifies loss. Defying poor equipment, lack of specialist training, and heart-breaking losses, the 150th endured combat. They also implemented their own homespun counterinsurgency policy that turned an insurgency hotbed into a thriving community – one of the war’s few success stories. But all was forgotten.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSet within the context of a changing military, an evolving strategic situation, and an unpopular war, \u003ci\u003eDogwood\u003c\/i\u003e is an unflinching history which lays bare the harsh reality of combat through countless first-hand accounts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46849023901932,"sku":"9781472863188","price":44.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/10769403482712.jpg?v=1759009484"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/andrew-wiest.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}