Enlightening accounts from a US Army soldier covering an unusual range of assignments, training events, operations, and engagements with America's allies over a span of five decades. Readers may well be surprised by the multifaceted nature of life in the Army. Readers may also be surprised by the author's revelations of certain underlying factors behind the success or failure of recent US military operations. Additionally, readers will find numerous life lessons applicable to soldiers and non-soldiers alike.