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Called to Serve
The Inspiring, Untold Stories of America's First Responders
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Join brave American men and women first responders in sixteen inspiring tales of heroism.
There is no question that it has been a rough few years for America and around the world. But along with news of the COVID-19 pandemic, new variants, wildfires, etc., there also emerged stories of heroism, courage, and what it truly means to be an American.
Called to Serve: The Inspiring, Untold Stories of America's First Responders tells sixteen stories of America's unsung heroes. These brave police officers, firefighters, and emergency medical professionals risk their lives every day, not knowing if it will be their last. Readers will get an inside look into their lives on and off the job, often revealing the challenges and triumphs of keeping us healthy and safe.
The book takes the reader on a very personal journey of what it is like to handle life and death situations and the toll it takes on first responders. From policing drug-infested neighbourhoods, pulling firefighters' bodies from the rubble at Ground Zero and letting families cry on your shoulder after their loved one was murderedβto being an Elvis impersonator to raise money for fallen firefightersβthese remarkable individuals are America's finest. Called to Serve will give every American a deep appreciation of what first responders' lives are really like, and their unwavering dedication to serve and protect every American.
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Called to Serve by Mike Hardwick, Dava Guerin, and Sam Royer offers an emotional and insightful exploration of the lives of America's first responders. The book highlights the bravery, dedication, and challenges faced by EMTs, police officers, and firefighters, often spotlighting their untold stories of heroism and public service. Several reviewers, including prominent figures, praise it for its inspiring tales and the light it sheds on the personal sacrifices and profound impact these everyday heroes have on society.
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ISBN: 9781510771819
Publisher: Skyhorse Publishing
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 15 November 2022
Country: United States
Imprint: Sky Pony Press
Illustration: 16 page color insert
Audience: General / adult
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Spine width: 15.0mm
Width: 152.0mm
Height: 228.0mm
Weight: 428g
Pages: 240
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About the Author
Mike Hardwick is the founder, chairman, and CEO of Churchill Mortgage Corporation. He is a seasoned veteran in the mortgage and banking industries for the past forty years. Hardwick oversees a team of more than one thousand teammates, dedicated to serving others and aiding homebuyers in their journey to debt-free home ownership. Prior to Churchill Mortgage, Hardwick started a condominium conversion company which grew to one of the largest in the nation. He then became the one of the principal founders of Franklin National Bank in Franklin, Tennessee. He has a BA degree in Theology and Music from Gateway College, and a BA degree in business administration and finance from Belmont University.
Dava Guerin is an author or co-author of seven books and has been a marketing communications consultant and owner of a public relations firm for twenty-five years. She was also the communications director for the US Association of Former Members of Congress, profile editor of Bucks Living Magazine and has published numerous op-eds in national publications. She supports the Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy and the Gary Sinise Foundation. She has a BA Degree in English Literature from Goddard College and graduates Summa Cum Laude with a master's degree in organizational behavior from Temple University.
Sam Royer believes in helping American Heroes achieve the American Dream-buying their own home. As National Director of Heroes First Home Loans, Royer helps provide affordable mortgage financing for active and retired military members, police, firefighters, healthcare workers, educators, and other civil servants. His experience in the US Marine Corps and ability to forge relationships with frontline workers have allowed Royer to stake out a unique position in the industry while fueling his passion to give back to those who take care of us. He has been a consistent top performer in the mortgage business and has garnered numerous awards for his work, including from the Daytona Beach Police Department, Volusia County Sheriff's Office, and Flagler County Sheriff's Office. A US Marine (Ret.) he is currently the national director of Heroes First Loans Division of Churchill Mortgage Corporation. He is active in raising fund and awareness of Police, Fire and EMS professionals in Florida as well advocates on their behalf. He is a dedicated volunteer, helping provide food and other needed services to first responders during local emergencies.
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