Call of Courage is an amazingly true story of Douglas W. Curtis as he goes from Private to Captain in the United States Army during World War II. Pairing his letters with the actual events recorded in the “Combat Narrative 10th Infantry Regiment of the United States Army,” this book shows the thoughts and emotions of a frontline officer commanding men through some of the toughest conditions of the war, as General Patton’s beloved 5th Division would experience. Despite being wounded twice, Captain Curtis continues to fight in all five campaigns of the European Theater, earning himself numerous decorations of valor. His love for his wife is perhaps the single most important motivation for his safe return, but never once does this love prevent him from being a devoted soldier.

Call of Courage: Through the eyes of a frontline American soldier from training to combat in all five European campaigns of WWII

B & G Excellent insight into the Army combat narrative actual events of Captain Curtis' story.

Verified Purchase Call of Courage is a detailed and engagingly written story of an Army Private promoted to Captain during WWII 1942-1946. Lieutenant Douglas Curtis was an Intelligence and Reconnaissance platoon leader. His bravery, confidence, and tenacious mindset ultimately bring him face to face with the enemy and impossible odds in Germany’s harshest winter conditions during the Battle of the Bulge. His devotion to the Army and the love of his new wife and family keep his purpose on track, despite serious injuries, completing his call of courage. Captain Curtis returns home a hero as part of General Patton’s 5th Infantry Division. What a story of unbelievable, overwhelming odds taking a turn for the Americans! Kudos to Andrew Carter Curtis for providing an excellently researched story of his grandfather and sharing his personal story. View this book’s reviews on Amazon