Hang Tough: The WWII Letters and Artifacts of Major Dick Winters

Written by Jared Frederick, Erik Dorr and Bradford Freeman

Narrated by Roger Wayne

The compelling WWII correspondence of Major Dick Winters, commander of the Band of Brothers.

Major Dick Winters of the 101st Airborne gained international acclaim when the tale of he and his men were depicted in the celebrated book and miniseries Band of Brothers. Hoisted as a modest hero who spurned adulation, Winters epitomized the notion of dignified leadership. His iconic World War II exploits have since been depicted in art and commemorated with monuments.

Beneath this marble image of a reserved officer is the story of a common Pennsylvanian tested by the daily trials and tribulations of military duty. His wartime correspondence with pen pal and naval reservist, DeEtta Almon, paints an endearing portrait of life on both the home front and battlefront-capturing the humor, horror, and humility that defined a generation. Interwoven with postwar reminiscences and rich historical context, Winters's letters offer compelling insights on the individual costs and motivations of World War II service members.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Tantor Media, Inc
• Release date: Nov 10, 2020
• ISBN: 9781705273203

Jared Frederick

Jared Frederick is the author of numerous books, including Dispatches of D-Day and Hang Tough (with Erik Dorr). He has appeared on PBS, C-SPAN, and Turner Classic Movies. A former park ranger at Gettysburg National Military Park, Frederick is the host of Reel History on YouTube and an instructor of history at Penn State Altoona.

Reviews for Hang Tough

[Mark DeWald · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Great book. I think should be required in schools today.

[vladimiro sousa · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Interesting perspective of the author and events. I get the part about this letters and friendships created in them being a part of the healing process and the mental sanity of this soldiers. Also, a very human and real perspective. No bullshit, no fake heroism, they try to do their best and try every day to have the strength to do it. Tremendous courage to serve others, to be altruistic in the defend of those that could not defend themselves. These guys were really amazing.