Official Review: Unremembered Victory by Dennis H. Klein

[EmunahAn]

[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Unremembered Victory" by Dennis H. Klein.]

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3 out of 4 stars

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The period is 1966-1969 when four thousand soldiers are stationed on the Korean DMZ. Every day heightens their anxiety. The North Korean army is readying itself for an ambush in South Korea, their aim being to assassinate the South Korean president after crushing the line held by the American soldiers. The American soldiers, in turn, most of them just GIs and KATUSAs (ordinary soldiers), have been readying themselves for this day. The North Korean army is, however, a massive power force as compared to the American one. The events surrounding this war are recorded in Unremembered Victory by Dennis H. Klein. An important consideration to keep in mind is that if the American soldiers would have failed, the war fought on the DMZ could have easily grown to be a full-fledged world war. Their grit left a footprint on the land that they fought on and that can be witnessed today.

The best feature of the book is that it sheds light on a part of history that very few, probably too few, know about. With much focus being on the Vietnam War, Dennis H. Klein presents another war that was fought close by. The Korean War lies forgotten without any media recognition. No history books record the victorious actions of these ordinary soldiers who held their ground even when faced with certain death. Many Americans do not realize that such a war was even fought. The Korean War veterans upon returning home received no recognition, worse still, no one even knew about the victory they had attained.

Another great feature of the book is that the author breaks the narrative with poetic verses and song that add depth and flavor to the plot. Dennis H. Klein also includes quotes which reflect the soldiers’ feelings and their outlook. The words contained in the compositions display their relentless attitude even in desolate time.

Most importantly Klein instills the feeling of victory. He shows that even though the soldiers were just ordinary without any special rank, their attitude was enough for them to outwit the opposing side. The author highlights that even the most ordinary of men can do the most extraordinary things when they have a set focus. As proven by the events in the book, his quote, “We are a whole lot better than we are told” stands true.

The book contains a few structural mistakes such as repetition but overall, it is an engaging read that will be appreciated by every veteran who fought in the Korean War. Unremembered Victory by Dennis H. Klein is an informative read not only to lovers of history but to every American citizen. I rate it 3 out of 4 stars.

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[Debjani Ghosh]

Judging from your review, this book seems to shed light upon an important historical event, one that no one remembers. The author has penned an engaging narrative which is a must if you want to draw readers to historical fiction. Hence, I did not understand why you deducted one star from the rating.

The book contains a few structural mistakes such as repetition but overall, it is an engaging read

Did the repetition bother you so much? In that case, I will like to steer clear from this book. Thanks for the review!

[Mindy Conahye]

I usually am not into books like these, but I think I would like this one. My pap was in the Korean War and your review says about about the book shedding some light on history that some wouldn't know about. I like learning new things.

[kandscreeley]

I find it very interesting that the narrative is broken up by poetry. That's not something you see in every book. I also agree that you hear much more about the Vietnam war than that Korean war. so, this would be good to learn about it. Thanks.

[kdstrack]

I have seen several books about the Korean War in the last few weeks. It is a war that doesn't get much attention. This book has the advantage of being told from a participant and eyewitness of the events. This looks really good. Thanks for your thoughtful review!

[Caroline Anne Richmond]

This sounds like an interesting insight into the lesser known Korean War. With much attention on the Vietnam war this is an important reminder of another important part of history. Thanks for a great review,

[Taiwo_Olawoye]

These soldiers are heroes. They fought to ensure tyrants don't have their way. The echoes of the war is still being projected today. Thanks for the review.

[Hyacinth Bella]

I do not think that I would like this, because firstly I had enough of books about wars, and secondly, I am really not into historical fiction or historical nonfiction. Nevertheless, your review is excellent and detailed the book well. Thanks for the review.

[Ferdinand_Otieno]

The book is a historical non-fiction book highlighting war, an unsung victory, North Korea, and breaking the narrative with poetic verses and song. The book is temporarily discounted on Amazon Kindle and has a well-written OnlineBookClub review. Congrats on the BOTD selection.

[Luchris_michael]

The perspective of the book is good. It is good to know and learn about our history. I would love to read the book. Thanks for your review.

[Michelle Menezes]

"The Korean War veterans upon returning home received no recognition, worse still, no one even knew about the victory they had attained."
I found this part heartbreaking. War is already a terrible thing and having to endure all the horrors and not even receiving acknowledgement for the sacrifices the soldiers made is sad. I commend the author for writing this book to tell us about the Korean War. While books with war and history are not my cup of tea, I hope people who like the genre enjoy the book. Thank you for the wonderful review!

[Aan Granados]

I love war stories, and it would be great to read about the Korean War, which I agree hasn't had or have only very few books about it. Thanks for your review.

[Sou Hi]

Thanks for your review. It's true that the Korean War is much less famous than the Vietnam War, so it's good to see that the author is trying to make it known.

[asteel18]

Very interesting. A perspective on a war most people ignore or might even be surprised it took place. Thanks for the enlightening review.

[Sopian Hadi]

I have seen several books about the Korean War in the last few weeks. It is a war that doesn't get much attention. This book has the advantage of being told from a participant and eyewitness of the events. This looks really good. Thanks for your thoughtful review!