{"product_id":"american-freedom-poems-gulf-war-combat-veteran-usmc-title-earned-1981-9789375102373","title":"AMERICAN FREEDOM POEMS Gulf War Combat Veteran - USMC Title Earned 1981","description":"A heartfelt tribute to the American Warriors of the United States Marine Corps, this collection of poems honors the brotherhood, sacrifice, and unbreakable bonds forged in service from 1981 to 1993. Written with reverence and devotion, these verses preserve memory, celebrate valor, and reflect the enduring spirit of Marines, veterans, and their families. More than personal reflection, this book is a legacy of courage, loyalty, and honor-an eternal reminder that the sacrifices of those who served will never be forgotten. Semper Fidelis.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eHoughtelling, Sergeant Richard L., Jr.:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - \"Sgt. Richard L. Houghtelling Jr. Enlisted in the USMC Earned Title 1981. 1982: Stationed at Camp Schwab, on the Island of Okinawa, serving with 3rd Battalion 4th Marines Lima Company. West Pac Cruises Aboard the USS JUNEAU (LPD-10) and the USS MONTICELLO (LSD-35) 1985 - 1988: Marine Security Guard Battalion ( STATE DEPARTMENT ) AMERICAN EMBASSY DUTY: Brazzaville, Congo; Buenos Aires, Argentina; and Moscow, Russia 1990 - 1991: AWARDED COMBAT MERITORIOUS MAST: During Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm. COMBAT OPERATIONS: Battle of Khafji from 29 January to 1 February - Liberation of Kuwait Task Force X-Ray 24-28 February 1991 - Tow Platoon 3rd Marines, 1st Marine Division.\"","brand":"Bookleaf Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52160205717778,"sku":"9789375102373","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_c4a18e61-642d-4622-940f-523a47e787d6.jpg?v=1775040575","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/american-freedom-poems-gulf-war-combat-veteran-usmc-title-earned-1981-9789375102373","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}