"Richard T. García has written an eloquent, courageous, and heartfelt book on the challenging and debilitating effects of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), from having served two tours of duty in the Vietnam War. García details the challenges on his road to recovery, and discusses the intergenerational and familial struggles of many Chicano and working-class veterans who fought for their country."

-CHARLEY TRUJILLO, AUTHOR OF

SOLDADOS IN VIETNAM

"I met Rich late summer of 1969; he was a Sgt. with previous combat experience, and the rest of us were all volunteers. Rich's story is spellbinding. Recounting his childhood to the present, he reflects on his life as a Latino inthe United States of America. His love of family and his heritage are a constant focal point. I'm proud to say I served alongside him."

-SGT. ED COOK, SQUAD LEADER,11TH CAV AERO RIFLE PLATOON 1969-1970