Customer Reviews
Interesting Read 
2008-11-28
No new info on the Band of Brothers; just talking about himself. Worth reading but not very exciting.
"It Is Far Easier To Find Quiet Than To Find Peace." 
2008-11-26
"Beyond Band of Brothers" is the combat memoir of Major Dick Winters, a man immortalized in "Band of Brothers" first by in print by Stephen Ambrose, and later by Tom Hanks on HBO. In the "Band of Brothers" book and miniseries Winters comes across as trustworthy but enigmatic, brave but modest, and above all a leader of men. This book allows Winters, a deeply private man, to express his individual point of view like never before, and as a result allows the reader the ability to better understand him and the keys to his leadership style.
Though not a professional writer by trade, Winters, while plain spoken, conveys the personal trials and triumphs of his life, the war, and especially his love for the men of E Company better than any outside historian, no matter how well-intentioned, ever could. While I had seen most of the material covered here in the miniseries, I understood the actions and grasped the decisions made far better after reading this book. I now plan of re-watching the miniseries again with my newfound understanding. The essence of the book is the remarkable transformation of a young man from an off the street college graduate to a thoroughly vetted combat commander in a very short time. I was especially interested in Major Winters' recollections about Carentan, Brecourt Manor, and awful Bastogne, and I was not disappointed. The book gives far greater insight into ground maneuvering and weapons employment than I had ever had before.
Throughout the book the theme of brotherhood is never far from the surface. Major Winters is not cut from the same cloth as many hard-charging military officers: he didn't (and still doesn't) drink, rarely swore, and always strove to be the best man he could be. Throughout it all, while no doubt proud of his accomplishments and achievements, he remains fundamentally modest, a trait he discusses in the closing pages of this book in some detail, always emphasizing the importance of crediting the entire team for a success, while taking personal responsibility for a failure. That's the kind of man who I would want follow in combat, and that's the reason Major Winters was such a revered leader.
The book culminates in a ten-point summation of Major Winters' philosophy of leadership, "Leadership at the Point of a Bayonet," and should be memorized by leaders of all stripes everywhere. While most of us will never be fortunate enough to meet Major Dick Winters in person, we can all benefit from the lessons he learned in the hardest proving ground in the world. I recommend this book to everyone.
Thank you Major Winters for your devotion to your country and your men. I salute you.
Dick Winters 2008-11-11
One of the best books I have read about the 101st Airborne. Written with passion, clarity and honesty. Dick Winters leadership style is second to none.
First Class Character 2008-10-03
Reading Major Dick Winters' memoirs after first watching the mini-series and reading Stephen Ambrose's - BAND OF BROTHERS, provided a clearer sense of actual facts of the most significant event in war history. I felt like I knew Major Winters and found myself saying to myself as I was reading, "give the job to me, I'll do it!!!" Very inspiring; profound sense of gratitude, and understanding why these citizen soldiers followed the CO of Easy Company into war to free the world of tyranny.
Great Book 2008-09-06
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. Reading Winters' account after reading Band of Brothers offered unique insights. I was heartened by Major Winters' faith and how he used this to make it through the War. Stationed in Germany, I had the opportunity to make a voyage to the memorial & Peace Gardens in Bastogne and to Foy as well; a trip inspired by Major Winters. To him & to all others who served in WWII, what you did for the world is not forgotten & will forever be appreciated.
Great book! 2008-07-23
They were called Easy Company-but their mission was never easy. Immortalized as the Band of Brothers, they suffered 150% casualties while liberating Europe-an unparalleled record of bravery under fire. Dick Winters was their commander-"the best combat leader in World War II" to his men. This is his story-told in his own words for the first time.
On D-Day, Dick Winters parachuted into France and assumed leadership of the Band of Brothers when their commander was killed. He led them through the Battle of the Bulge and into Germany, by which time each member had been wounded. They liberated an S.S. death camp from the horrors of the Holocaust and captured Berchtesgaden, Hitler's alpine retreat. After briefly serving during the Korean War, Winters was a highly successful businessman. Made famous by Stephen Ambrose's book
Band of Brothers--and the subsequent award-winning HBO miniseries--he is the object of worldwide adulation.
Beyond Band of Brothers is Winters's memoir-based on his wartime diary-but it also includes his comrades' untold stories. Virtually all this material is being released for the first time. Only Winters was present from the activation of Easy Company until the war's end. Winner of the Distinguished Service Cross, only he could pen this moving tribute to the human spirit.
one of our unsung heros. 2008-07-05
The moral character of Maj. Winters is impecable and unimpeachable. His book is one every kid in school chould read to learn what it is to stand fast in the face of fear and the enemy wether foreign or domestic. This is important now because we may be facing a time when we must once again face a enemy that is domestic. I would hope we would have leadership similar to that given by Maj. Winers.
Fills in the Series 2008-07-04
I am hooked on the mini-series and can almost quote the dialogue. This book fills in a lot of the the missing parts and solidifies a lot of the truths of the film. A well written and very good reading book that is filled with facts and great memories. Probably should be read after seeing the series.
Great Book 2008-06-23
This is a great book .. if we had a country full of men like this it would be the greatest country in history.
Leadership under fire 2008-06-19
True insight through the eyes of a great combat leader inspiring men to fight under difficult circumstances to protect each other on a none forgiving battlefield. Major Dick Winters is a man who understands the art of war and making the right decisions under pressure. A true warrior and a great American.
