Sharp End: A Canadian Soldier's Story

By James R. Davis

Book Overview

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1553657535
• ISBN13: 9781553657538
• Release Date: January 1997
• Publisher: Douglas and McIntyre (2013) Ltd.
• Length: 302 Pages
• Weight: 0.98 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

True Courage

In Davis' story, we finally come to see the fine calibre of men Canadian politicians have ruthlessly shamed with old "blame the many for the few bad apples." At last, the conditions our soldiers face on peacekeeping missions are revealed. Perhaps if more who have served in the Canadian Armed Forces would step forward and tell their stories, we would see how proud we can be of our Canadian peacekeepers, over and over again. Davis proves how valuable he is as a soldier along with all the Airborne he served with. He also demonstrates how callous the Canadian government is in its treatment of the armed forces that it sends on peacekeeping missions worldwide. What's more, Davis tells his story in his own voice, and that's also what makes his tale so mesmerizing.

AIRBORNE!

I think this is the best book that I will ever see. This book is just so well written and so well put together that you'll start feeling for Davis in the book.

A truly spectacular book

This book is the most facinating piece of military-related literature that I have ever read. I wish I could have given it 6 stars, because 5 is not enough. RECCE PLATOON all the way!

The most honest to gods words on the Canadian Infantry

I read this book and I could not put it down! As an ex- canadian forces member everything he said is true and factual. I only hope there are more books like this cause if there are I'm sold! Bravo Zulu Davis!!!!

The Real Canadian Infantry

I myself also being a member of the Canadian Armed Forces found that this book really hit home. It really shows the amount of personal drive the Canadian Infantry soldier has despite the pervasive political control and outdated equipment. It was also a chance to reflect on my own and ongoing experiences as an Infantier and gave me a true idea about Yugo and Rawanda that I had only heard about, but never truely understood. If you have any affiliation with the Canadian Army, buy this book.