Publisher's Synopsis
Experience the relentless tension, brotherhood, and unyielding grit in this raw account of modern infantry life. Battlefield Ramadi takes you deep into the battle-scarred streets of one of the Middle East's most perilous cities, following Private First Class Jeremy Stokely and a few of his squad and platoon mates as they navigate the unrelenting challenges of warfare. From the deafening crack of gunfire and the eerie silence before a mortar strike to the constant specter of IEDs and the chaos of car bombings, this is more than just another war story-it's the story of the average soldier, the 'joe' whose sacrifice and resolve often go unheralded.
Unlike tales of celebrated war heroes or elite special operations units, this narrative captures the grit and grind of everyday soldiers serving at the height of the insurgency. These unsung warriors forge bonds through shared hardship, adapting to the absurd and dangerous reality of combat with dark humor and unwavering determination. This is their story-stark, unembellished, and unforgettable.
