Warrior King: The Triumph and Betrayal of an American Commander in Iraq

In 2002/03, I had the honor of serving under LTC Sassaman along with many of the other soldiers whose names I have recognized in this review section. From a viewpoint of a soldier who put boots on the ground on 2 different occasions, I can honestly say that LTC Sassaman was the greatest man I have ever had the priveledge of serving with. Although not to be identified by name, F. Blake who has also posted a review here was a close comrade as well who served with the unparalleled 1/8th Inf Battalion Commander. LTC Sassaman in his book tells the story of us and what we endured during that stressful deployment. His motives and actions may not be considered right by many, but his leadership could never be matched. In that year, I am proud to say that I was able to serve with these fine gentlemen and will forever hold them close to my heart. Their impression will last a lifetime and will never be forgotten.

I served under LTC Sassaman Nate. He was by far the best Battalion commander that anyone could ask for and he was a very honorable man and I was there in the unit when this tragic betrayal happened. He was in my mind the best man I came in contact with in the military and I hope he may one day read this and see that he has a place in all his soldiers hearts for bringing us home alive and feeling like we did some thin worth while over there. My second trip was nothing like my first. I would pray for his return every day. The US Army needs more men like him in it. D/1/8 Infantry Fighting Eagles!!!

Having personally served under LTC. Sassaman, the book struck close to me. He describes very well the things a soldier goes through and puts the war into a diffrent perspective. I encourage everyone to pick this up cause you won't put it down.

An excellent book and should be required throughout the military. Honest and well written. I served with LTC Sassaman from the time he took 1-8 IN until Nov 03 when I had to leave theatre. Never has there been a Commander better suited to the job than he. To this day there is no other leader that I would follow to Fiddler's Green but LTC Sassaman! FIGHTING EAGLES!

I served with LTC Sassaman during the time this book covers. It is accurate, well written, and reminds me of what an excellent leader LTC Sassaman is. I learned more about leadership by working for him than from any book or class available to me. I am proud that he has told our story and I am proud to say I was a part of it. I will always consider him my Battalion Commander and would follow him anywhere even to this day.