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February 1, 2016 by Sgt. Hack

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Inspirations from The Life of a Warrior

January 27, 2016 by Sgt. Hack

Sgt. Hack has received hundreds of comments from consumers all over the United States about The Life of a Warrior. The book was written as an inspiration to others to help people overcome difficulties in their lives.
Yesterday, he received this comment:

Believe in yourself. When I read The Life Of A Warrior I was left with an indelible feeling of self belief in myself as my mind meandered through the pepper corn and double gee (“thats a nasty little prickle”) pathway between imagining myself there on Friday the thirteenth 1968 in Vietnam, being attacked by the Viet Cong and surviving with more than just a hot terrible taste in my mouth. The first chapter of Sgt. Hacks book The Life Of A Warrior leaves no dought as to the gravity of the situation Sgt. Hack found himself in, the following chapters tell us why he was so able to survive it.
After being raised by a man who sounded as hard as the wood he’d been working with most of his days and who threw his kids around just like they were made of the same stuff, in a time where luxuries were more the stuff of dreams, if there was room enough in a kids mind living under such conditions as young David Hack grew up in for dreams of luxuries to enter, then it follows that a man who has been through such hardships and still has the willpower and foresight to see to it that he gets himself into a position whereby he is the one sent forth to stand and protect such an army General as General Keith Ware, would also be able to shoulder the responsibility of surviving the terrible injuries inflicted upon him by the unwielding Viet Cong.
After being brought up in a ‘dirt floored sheep shack’ in Sunfish, Kentucky sergeant Hack must have seen most everything that stood in his way thereafter as a moveable object. One gets that impression from the way he dealt with the bullies and crooked cops and sea sickness as he moved on out of rural Kentucky and into the United States Coast Guard. One also gets a strong feeling of human goodness from the intervention of Ivan Shively who was about “as cute as a toothless rat” but who came along and it sounds like “kicked” metaphorically a new sense of urgency of moral goodness into the young David Hack.
The Life Of A Warrior has all this and more in it as it touches on several points of interest in the life of sergeant David Hack, shedding light upon key points in the road that led him to grow up a staunch and trustworthy figure in himself to escape out of the precarious nature of his surroundings, touching base with the great Cassius Clay on the way, even encapsulating a time in history when the world was either too busy building following a war or too lax to take the time out to bury the war dead on Wake Island, something he took the time out himself to do in a true show of human dignity, compassion and patriotism.
The Life Of A Warrior has all this and more, not bad for 55 page book. Telling it is not reading it. Read The Life Of A Warrior and be amazed by its shining light.

Bradley McDermott

1/25/16

Additional Comments:

A great gift with my purchase.. I admire those who are self made. This book is is the story of one such man.
Sgt. Hack reminds me in some ways of my father. My father was orphaned, was not kept by relatives, and raised in an orphanage. There he met my mother, another orphan. They raised 5 children and put them all through college. No help from anyone.
The book also reminds me of what military service gives someone. Maturity and responsibility were two of my gifts.
It goes without saying what some in the military gave and continue to give for their country, and their fellow service members. It is a staggering gift.
A great book to pass on.
Reber Crib
1/18/16

Having given out over 100,000 copies for free, The Life of a Warrior is in its 10th printing. Most recently Sgt. Hack announced that The Life of a Warrior would be available through Kindle, Amazon, Barnes & Noble and I books and that 100% of the proceeds would be given to the Haven of Rest, a shelter in Akron Ohio.

I received a copy of the book “The Life of a Warrior” when my wife and I drove to Hudson, Ohio to purchase one of the jackets. At that time, I did not know who was the owner of U.S. Wings and simply set the book aside to be looked at on a future date.

While researching the site for a sizing chart, I discovered that the company was owned by Sgt Hack. I grew up in the area. Munroe Falls,Stow and Cuyahoga Falls and heard the name “Sgt. Hack used”. I also heard about Sgt. Hack from a family member that had contact with him, that was back in the late 1970’s.

I needed to relay the above background information to put into context the rest of my review.

I actually opened up the PDF version of the book and printed it off not remembering that I had received a bound copy of the book at the store. Just one of those well “duh” moments for me, but does let folks know that they can download the book to their computer and read and/or print it off on paper copy.

On to the review.

The book has filled in the missing pieces about Sgt Hack that I did not know. My impression of Sgt Hack has been greatly expanded AND CHANGED due to the book.

I too have overcome an injury, as I was hurt in High School and I know how difficult it is to work through these life changing events. My family has also shared some of the humble beginnings and I can completely relate how it molds one’s character, for good or bad.

My respect for the sacrifices that Sgt Hack did for our country, for his family and for himself grew as I read the book. We all need to know the back story behind the man. I greatly respect him (now that I know the backstory) for not allowing life’s experiences to push him to (Star War’s cliche NOT intended) the dark side of life.

I also (now that I know) greatly respect him for volunteering to put himself into the same “harm’s way” that he was recruiting young men into. That is the mark of a man of integrity, so much of which is lacking in today’s so-called leaders. (read the book to find out how…)

I suggest everyone read the book and understand how Sgt Hack’s life mirrors so many of our returning veterans. Wounded, physically and spiritually, but still maintaining the perseverance to continue to forge ahead. He can set a shining example for others on how to overcome their own issues !!!!

From a pure literary perspective, the book was short and to the point. The information was presented in a way that I read through the book completely (granted it is not very long, which is the only shortcoming). I feel Sgt Hack’s story could be expanded a bit without hurting the intention behind the book.

How cool is it, that the act of buying a jacket can loop a person (me, after all this time from first hearing the name Sgt Hack) back into the sphere of influence of another (Sgt Hack) so that I could have the opportunity to know the real story………

Best Regards to Sgt Hack,
Dave Cook
Norton, Ohio

1/5/16

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Heartfelt thanks from a Vietnam Veteran to Sgt. Hack

January 26, 2016 by Sgt. Hack

Sgt. Hack,

Just discovered you site and have been drawn in by all the postings –this is just great–thank you. My unit was 319th Transportation out of Long Binh Sept 68-August 69.I spent most of the year on hwy 13-Thunder Road hauling your ammunition to Lai Khe, Quan Loi,Phu Loi, Di An, Phuoc Vinh as well as Hwy 1Cu Chi,Go Dau Ha, and Tay Ninh. To you and all those other posters on your site i want to thank you for protecting my 21 year old ass while i was under your protection. I especially want to thank the 11th Armored Cavalry and their 28 men including Lt. Hal Fritz for protecting our convoy outside AnLoc on Jan.11,1969.

You saved my life and that of my friend Buddy the first time that day and i was able to save Buddy the second time . Would also like to thank the medivac pilot who put his life on the line by landing on hwy 13 to pick up my friend Buddy and myself after i pulled him out from under the overturned 5-ton . I waved you off because we were both able to walk and could catch a truck coming through the ambush area and there were enough dead and wounded from the 11th Armored Cal. who needed your assistance.Also would like to thank the interrogation sgt.and his Kit Carson scout for thorough questioning of the NVA soldiers outside the Quan Loi nso club and k-9 compound on the night of Jan 11,1969 ambush.That was the next thing that brought me back to life after the ambush.Thanks for the memories and especially for the long awaited chance to thank so many that i never met.

Walter Zealy

1/22/2016

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Inspirations from The Life of a Warrior

January 19, 2016 by Sgt. Hack

Another recent comment:

While researching the site for a sizing chart, I discovered that the company was owned by Sgt Hack. I grew up in the area. Munroe Falls,Stow and Cuyahoga Falls and heard the name “Sgt. Hack used”. I also heard about Sgt. Hack from a family member that had contact with him, that was back in the late 1970’s.

I needed to relay the above background information to put into context the rest of my review.

I actually opened up the PDF version of the book and printed it off not remembering that I had received a bound copy of the book at the store. Just one of those well “duh” moments for me, but does let folks know that they can download the book to their computer and read and/or print it off on paper copy.

On to the review.

The book has filled in the missing pieces about Sgt Hack that I did not know. My impression of Sgt Hack has been greatly expanded AND CHANGED due to the book.

I too have overcome an injury, as I was hurt in High School and I know how difficult it is to work through these life changing events. My family has also shared some of the humble beginnings and I can completely relate how it molds one’s character, for good or bad.

My respect for the sacrifices that Sgt Hack did for our country, for his family and for himself grew as I read the book. We all need to know the back story behind the man. I greatly respect him (now that I know the backstory) for not allowing life’s experiences to push him to (Star War’s cliche NOT intended) the dark side of life.

I also (now that I know) greatly respect him for volunteering to put himself into the same “harm’s way” that he was recruiting young men into. That is the mark of a man of integrity, so much of which is lacking in today’s so-called leaders. (read the book to find out how…)

I suggest everyone read the book and understand how Sgt Hack’s life mirrors so many of our returning veterans. Wounded, physically and spiritually, but still maintaining the perseverance to continue to forge ahead. He can set a shining example for others on how to overcome their own issues !!!!

From a pure literary perspective, the book was short and to the point. The information was presented in a way that I read through the book completely (granted it is not very long, which is the only shortcoming). I feel Sgt Hack’s story could be expanded a bit without hurting the intention behind the book.

How cool is it, that the act of buying a jacket can loop a person (me, after all this time from first hearing the name Sgt Hack) back into the sphere of influence of another (Sgt Hack) so that I could have the opportunity to know the real story………

Best Regards to Sgt Hack,
Dave Cook
Norton, Ohio

1/5/16

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A Great Review of The Life of a Warrior

December 3, 2015 by Sgt. Hack

Sgt. Hack received this great review of The Life of a Warrior yesterday, December 2nd, 2015:

America – gloried home of the essential underdog. The annals of the history of this land are laden with those who against the odds and conventional wisdom, made something out of nothing. Bill Gates, Steve Jobs, Sam Walton, Ray Kroc, and Ted Turner to name a few, were such men who with a keen sense of vision, managed to overcome the complacencies and the monotonies of life. Albert Einstein once stated that, “Great spirits have always encountered violent opposition from the most mediocre of minds”. Sergeant David Hack was by no means mediocre.
During the Tet Offensive, elements of the 1st Infantry Division often referred to as “The Big Red One” was attacked by soldiers of the North Vietnamese Army (NVA) on January 13, 1968. All of Sgt. Hack’s men were killed in the ambush. Laying bleeding on the ground, an NVA soldier plunges a bayonet through his throat and naval cavity rendering him unconscious for a day. It was at this moment that his life could have gone either way, life or death. For whatever reasons, Heaven saw it fit that Sgt Hack gain a second, or given his impoverished rural Kentucky upbringing, a third or even fourth chance at life. A day after the attack, a LRRP element found him barely alive and medically evacuated, thus the lone sole survivor of the ambush.
The attack left him with a metal plate in his skull and mouth and a knee injury that modern medicine at the time dictated amputation. Sgt. Hack fought the doctor’s advice and after a year after tumultuous physical therapy, he walked out of the Army Hospital, and became an Army recruiter. The Vietnam War had become a national embarrassment to a generation that did not possess the patriotic fervor and dedication as that of their parents that fought in the Korean War and World War II. The job of an Army recruiter was void of all glamor as the uniform of the US Armed Services was looked down upon. But in Sgt Hack’s typical, “Where there’s a will there’s a way” approach, he somehow made it work.
The Life Of A Warrior is a brief but powerful testimony to the triumphs over trials and tribulations of former Army Sergeant David Hack. Born in to poverty, his mettle was continuously tested. From a prior service Coast Guard sailor to a tried and true battle scarred but hard Army combat veteran, Sgt Hack refused to take no for an answer and accept defeat. This text, which should be required for all high school JROTC, college ROTC, and all military academies as well as collegiate business schools, tells of the challenges and exploits of a man committed to the American alpha male personified conscious that cries never say never. After parlaying an old WWII Willys Jeep into an American flag costumed recruiting vehicle akin to Evel Kneival, he would lose it to a high ranking officer, only to purchase and “patriotize” a Corvette, thus giving military service, a sort of sex appeal. As the book details, he was able to make patriotism en vogue. This lead to his epiphany of merchandise marketing.
As the book details, everywhere that he has gone, he has left an indelible impact on any and all who encountered him, such as Ohio crime bosses angered at his disruption of numerous criminal enterprises while serving as a Hudson, Ohio police investigator after his military retirement. From a failed bar owner, homeless beach dweller in Florida, street vendor, he managed to catch the eye of Jeb Bush. Only then did his newly wed wife discover his heroic exploits in Vietnam, owing to his modesty and concealment of PTSD.
Having a knack for unconventional and unorthodox approaches to business, and life altogether for that matter, Sgt Hack rests on the “stand by your man” unconditional love of his wife and borrows $500 from her. Despite challenges and staunch antagonism, such as the spiteful efforts of an enraged mother-in-law attempting to sabotage his VA loan, Sgt Hack would transform this defining moment and throw caution to the wind. Many would perhaps question, “but why the leather jacket industry?”.
The leather jacket has always held an iconic status in American pop culture, made infinitely popular by counter culture bikers, and aviation golden age era aviators. Evel Knieval made the customized jacket popular in the 1970’s with his numerous high flying motorcycle and dare devil antics. This would be followed in the 1980’s with the arrival of Harrison Ford’s “Indiana Jones” character, and Tom Cruise’s military patch clad Naval Aviator G-2 jacket. There was clearly a market for leather jackets. Owing to his business acumen, he sought to go into the leather jacket business in a hard shell to crack business. Intent on winning and winning at all costs, years later, US Wings is a leader in the military leather jacket and military memorabilia.
Life Of A Warrior, is a great read that tells of the triumphant will of the underdog to achieve despite, class, income, educational level, and the near loss of life. Furthermore, it tells of how one man chose to stick to his guns despite the obvious signs of negative situations and people surrounding him. So much can be gained by reading such a brief, but powerful testimony of how to be successful despite adversity. An easy reader, it further tells of how so much can be obtained with so little. The key ingredients are vision, faith, and persistence. Just as the enemy NVA soldier failed to pierce his spirit, failure was not an option for Sgt Hack. This book is the ultimate, “rise from the ashes” testimony and is sure to motivate any and all who read it. More than just a book on patriotism, it also answers to business development, marketing, self help, inspiration, and spirituality. Much can be gained by reading such a powerful and dynamic text about a man who refused to lose. There’s only one way to find out how Sgt Hack was able to blunt the efforts of the crime boss who placed a contract and bounty on his head. Simply read The Life Of A Warrior. Welcome Sgt Hack !!!

— Ignacio Pullum

Thank you, Ignacio

— Sarge

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What are Veteran’s saying about The Life of a Warrior

September 29, 2015 by Sgt. Hack

The Life of a Warrior, Sgt. Hack’s novel about his life experiences, has been given away free to over 100,000 people. Written with the intent of helping people, especially veterans who have many issues to overcome, The Life of a Warrior has helped many.

Here are several personal comments from our Veterans:

Sargent Hack!

I wanted to personally tell you that I really identified with your story (read your book).

I joined the Navy in 73, the year you retired, and did not get to Vietnam, but all of my Squadron Skippers at the time flew CAP/RESCAP missions against the Soviet and NVA MIGs from Aircraft Carriers. I ended up flying against the Iranian/Iraqi/Libyan MIGs in the Middle East and the Soviets in the Kola Peninsula. The warrior pilots from Vietnam taught me well!

Like you, I was also a Midwestern boy whose family were legal immigrants that worked the coal mines and factories of Central Illinois. We weren’t as poor as you were, but the 6 of us had to share and survive on my Dad’s salary. Mom scraped slop from the plates at the school lunch program for a little change for our Christmas. Tough times! I worked (walked) the fields “rouging” and “detastling” in the summer at 13 for my school clothes (1.25/hour) and as a grease monkey in a Chevy Dealership from 15-18 years old. Being around grown men at the dealership that just got home from Vietnam made me want to join myself!

That’s why I left as soon as possible! I saw myself getting a job in the factory that my Dad worked or the Coal mines that my Uncle worked. The Navy was an amazing opportunity! I gained 50 lbs. in 4 years (great diet and exercise) and got picked up for Flight training at Pensacola Florida. Then I got my dream job, flying F-4’s and F-14’s off of the Independence, America, and Kennedy. They were dangerous jobs, but at least we got a hot meal every night, unlike you folks on the ground!

I do collect G-1’s and have my original Navy Issue that needs a new waistband and sleeves, so I’ll send it in soon!

God Bless you and the sacrifices you made your whole life.

My Dad was no “pleasure cruise” either, but the lessons he taught me (both good and bad) stuck with me to this day. I still miss him, he was a tough Korean War Vet, and drank and gambled too. He didn’t put up with any bullshit from anyone, including from me and my 3 brothers – but that’s all we knew. It’s not like we had sleepovers back then! Families kept to themselves.

Oh, by the way, I hated bullies too. The good thing was that if someone picked on me and my brothers, they had to contend with the 4 of us, and we were bullied!

God Bless,

Ray

USN Retired

9/28/15

The book was excellent !!!
I served in the US Army during the Vietnam era myself from 1970 – 1972.
God Bless you Sgt Hack for your service to our country !

Gregory

Some times those times seem like they happened on another planet. I served USN 6-67/6-71. I never saw any combat, never left CONUS, never served aboard ship but had honor to serve men from all branches of the US Military. I interviewed thousands of men in transit and in processing through the various military systems and structures, including legal and mental. Reading Sargent Hack’s story brought back a flood of memories.

Many of a man’s interactions with fellow service men are brief and perfunctory. My first job was to work in “Receiving” Norfolk Naval Base. For most of the enlisted personnel assigned to this office the duty was temporary. We ran 24/7/365 and the daily through put of men assisted and processed were so many that at times the lines were backed up out the door and around the building, a never ending stream of faces and needs. Most assigned this work quickly burned out. For me this became the most fascinating job I could ever had. As each man stepped up to my window I had a few seconds to look him over, listen to needs, questions and take care of him in a way that best suited his circumstances within the system’s capability.

A service man’s uniform tells a lot of things about him, his rank, his speciality, where he has served, his campaign ribbons, but there is still much that is written in the face and in the eyes. Once you have looked into the eyes of a combat veteran you quickly understand that combat changed him and left an indelible mark. I learned to recognize these men. Most often their needs were ordinary. As a rule it required opening and reading the man’s military record. I learned to swiftly scan the recorded information, double checking my evaluation. Thus within in 60 seconds I had already learned more about him than he would ever guess. I always strived to give each man the best service. For the combat veteran the extra mile for his needs became my honor and my duty.

It has been almost half a century now but I recently learned some things from a 1st cousin of mine who served in the Navy in the same time frame as I. He went on to become a police officer who went into the army to become a helicopter pilot, got out and served the US Border Patrol until he retired. His parents divorced and his mother returned to Kentucky where he was raised in poverty similar to that as Sgt. Hack’s as a young boy. At the age of 13 already starting down the wrong road his maternal grand mother contacted his paternal grand mother who contacted his father. His father traveled back to Kentucky, and returned to the west with his son. My cousin went into the Navy right out of high school. Having myself been divorced under less than ideal circumstances I had an understanding of how things can work so that a father can be forced to be cut out of the lives of his children. I had a special affection for this uncle, a WWII veteran who returned from Europe to quic kly marr y and quickly divorce. However, my cousin confessed to me that he still carried anger, bitterness, and resentment towards his now departed father.

Reading Sgt. Hacks biography touched a lot of tender places for me. Having looked deeply into the eyes of combat veterans of ground war, of air war, and sea war I have an unending appreciation of the sacrifice of so many so that the many more could live in peace.

My father, four uncles and a grand father all veterans, three combat veterans, and in recent ancestry research found a family tree filled with veterans, and a few villains. In 1917 my paternal grand father’s younger brother took his place in the draft and died in combat in France at 11:00 AM, November 11, 1918. I’m confident Sgt. Hack would find the same truths in his family’s history.

Richard

9/25/15

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What are People saying about The Life of a Warrior?

September 3, 2015 by Sgt. Hack

Reviews of this book which is based upon the life of SFC David D. Hack are coming in from around the world. Over 100,000 copies of this book, now in its 9th printing have been given free. This book is Sgt. Hack’s attempt to give back to his fellow veterans and help those who still have adversities in their lives. Read some of most recent reviews:

The book is a great look on one man’s life as a soldier in Vietnam. Good times and hard times. As he saw his friends fight and die, along with his self being all shot up.
The one time Sgt Hack was hit was on Rocket Day April 10th 1968. I saw the rocket that hit Hack. Since then our lives have come around 360 degrees, as we finally got to meet 45 years later.
A great meeting. So this is why I enjoyed the book, I knew what he went through and never gave up. A true friend, and survivor he was. I would fight anywhere, anytime with my friend, Sgt David Hack.
War is so hard to forget
And so easy to remember

Tom Mercer

“POINTMAN”

I have read “The Life of a Warrior” and completely enjoyed it. I found it fascinating how much David Hack has lived. It is equally fascinating how he is always looking up throughout the highs and lows of life. It is a very good read.

Kelly P.

I wasn’t alive during Vietnam. However I have a huge appreciation for the history of our country and the men and women who lived through it. They are the only ones who can help us imagine what life was like during a different time. As our veterans are getting older our history dies along with their story. What an honor to hear the story of sgt Hack. It gives me an appreciation for what his life was like.

Elizabeth C.

Heart wrenching, but leaves you with a sense of complete humility.

Connie T.

i really enjoyed reading the story of SFC David Hack,i think the book really helped my imagination,i didnt think the vietnam war was so hard.i hope the movie that comes out will try to emphisize this.i would be deligted to meet the ceo of us wings.and i im hoping to let my kids read this to.

Benjamin K.

before i read THE LIFE OF A WARRIOR i first liked the idea that he wrote it in memory of his fellow comrade.throghout the book their were moments to cry and to laugh,what i really liked about this book,is that i really felt like i was a part of the story.it felt so real to me,and i hope they make the movie same.to me,the whole vietnam war was quite a scar in my soul.i really enjoyed reading the book,and i hope others to will enjoy.cant wait for the movie.

Charles K.

Great Book and very easy to read. It illustrates what has made our country great! Individuals unafraid of serving their country, unafraid of defeat and the desire to make something better!

Stephen R.

The book was excellent !!!

I served in the US Army during the Vietnam era myself from 1970 – 1972.
God Bless you Sgt Hack for your service to our country !

Gregory P.

Great to know that there are soldiers of my generation like Sarge.

Enjoyed reading his book. A man of grit is all I can say.

I was in the Army in 68-70 but was sent to South Korea during the dust up from the Chinese.

I hold all veterans in high honor especially 11-B. Nam vets have a special place in my heart.

Military service is one of the top honors of my life serving my country.

Thanks for writing some of your personal life events, I enjoyed it front to back.

Thanks for your unselfish dedication to serve and protect our freedoms.

Welcome Home Soldier, welcome home.

Sgt E-5 Gene Paul Galka
US 54836406
United States Army

The Life of a Warrior” is a testament to the determination, fortitude and backbone of a true patriot. It shows what can be accomplished in this great country. Sgt Hack is truly an example of someone who continually was knocked down and pulled himself up in the face of many diverse hurdles. As a veteran who also served as a Combat Infantryman with the 1st Infantry Division, 28th infantry regiment in Lai Khe 1968, the retelling of his combat experience is a personal accomplishment and brought back my own memories of that year in hell. A job well done and a life well lived Sgt Hack, I salute you.

Joe K.

Needs to be read by many people. Very good book.

Jason W.

a true hero book

Bob V.

An inspiring account of the life of just one military man that should be read by every American.

April L.

One of the greatest books of its type ever written!

Gregory Hill

Provocative, I’d be interested in seeing the film based on the book!

Paul K.

An awe inspiring book about a grass roots person, who honored his older brother and in the tradition of all Military Veterans put his personal needs aside for the betterment of his fellow Americans.
He has earned & brings honor to the title of Nobility in its’ truest sense, by his grand example not just through inheritance.
It is a must read for all elementary & High School students!
Sgt. Hack as so many of his comrades has set the moral pace for both young and old.
Any person that has had many personal struggles in their life should read this book. We need more people in the world like Sgt. Hack.
Well written; brief, but to the point. This book can be read in about an hour. In the time it takes to commute on train to & from work. It teaches a life lesson which shall prove invaluable.

Thomas P.

I terrific story of one persons triumph over adversity. A story that has been repeated time after time throughout the history of this great nation and one that will no doubt inspire many more. It reminds me of a recent quote by another great American, “do your best and let God do the rest.”
Semper Fidelis

Walt D.

The life of a warrior is not easy.but in america we can make it happen.

Vinny M.

The book was a great read and the photo collection really connect the dots of the experience to really help the reader “be there”

David D.

Some times those times seem like they happened on another planet. I served USN 6-67/6-71. I never saw any combat, never left CONUS, never served aboard ship but had honor to serve men from all branches of the US Military. I interviewed thousands of men in transit and in processing through the various military systems and structures, including legal and mental. Reading Sargent Hack’s story brought back a flood of memories.

Many of a man’s interactions with fellow service men are brief and perfunctory. My first job was to work in “Receiving” Norfolk Naval Base. For most of the enlisted personnel assigned to this office the duty was temporary. We ran 24/7/365 and the daily through put of men assisted and processed were so many that at times the lines were backed up out the door and around the building, a never ending stream of faces and needs. Most assigned this work quickly burned out. For me this became the most fascinating job I could ever had. As each man stepped up to my window I had a few seconds to look him over, listen to needs, questions and take care of him in a way that best suited his circumstances within the system’s capability.

A service man’s uniform tells a lot of things about him, his rank, his speciality, where he has served, his campaign ribbons, but there is still much that is written in the face and in the eyes. Once you have looked into the eyes of a combat veteran you quickly understand that combat changed him and left an indelible mark. I learned to recognize these men. Most often their needs were ordinary. As a rule it required opening and reading the man’s military record. I learned to swiftly scan the recorded information, double checking my evaluation. Thus within in 60 seconds I had already learned more about him than he would ever guess. I always strived to give each man the best service. For the combat veteran the extra mile for his needs became my honor and my duty.

It has been almost half a century now but I recently learned some things from a 1st cousin of mine who served in the Navy in the same time frame as I. He went on to become a police officer who went into the army to become a helicopter pilot, got out and served the US Border Patrol until he retired. His parents divorced and his mother returned to Kentucky where he was raised in poverty similar to that as Sgt. Hack’s as a young boy. At the age of 13 already starting down the wrong road his maternal grand mother contacted his paternal grand mother who contacted his father. His father traveled back to Kentucky, and returned to the west with his son. My cousin went into the Navy right out of high school. Having myself been divorced under less than ideal circumstances I had an understanding of how things can work so that a father can be forced to be cut out of the lives of his children. I had a special affection for this uncle, a WWII veteran who returned from Europe to quickly marry and quickly divorce. However, my cousin confessed to me that he still carried anger, bitterness, and resentment towards his now departed father.

Reading Sgt. Hacks biography touched a lot of tender places for me. Having looked deeply into the eyes of combat veterans of ground war, of air war, and sea war I have an unending appreciation of the sacrifice of so many so that the many more could live in peace.

My father, four uncles and a grand father all veterans, three combat veterans, and in recent ancestry research found a family tree filled with veterans, and a few villains. In 1917 my paternal grand father’s younger brother took his place in the draft and died in combat in France at 11:00 AM, November 11, 1918. I’m confident Sgt. Hack would find the same truths in his family’s history.

Richard F.

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Helping Vietnam Vets

August 29, 2015 by Sgt. Hack

It is often said that it is important to give back. SFC David Hack wounded twice in Vietnam, realized the importance of helping his brothers that served. He felt that sharing his life story could help those that have struggled since coming home.

Sgt. Hack spent a year in the Ireland Army Hospital at Ft. Knox Kentucky recovering from severe wounds in Vietnam. He truly believes the time he spent with his fellow Vietnam Vets helped him overcome the horrors of war and make it easier for him to assimilate back into society.

In its 2015 edition, The Life of a Warrior tells the story of a Sgt. Hack from his humble beginnings in Sunfish Kentucky to his role as CEO of US Wings. It is an inspiring story of rising from poverty to serving his country in the Coast Guard and then the United States Army in Vietnam. Most importantly he relates his success, his failures, and being able to start over from the bottom.

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Saylors Brothers Ballad of Sgt Hack Video

August 27, 2015 by Sgt. Hack

The Saylors Brothers Ballad of Sgt. Hack is a music video by producer-director Kenny & Kyle Saylors. The shoot took place in various locations around Hudson OH using many local residents as cast and crew members. The Ballad of Sgt. Hack was based upon the book, “The Life of a Warrior”. It tells the story of Sgt. Hack growing up in Kentucky and his military service. Sgt. Hack met the Saylor Brothers several years ago and discussed the possibility of making a movie based upon “The Life of a Warrior”. Erica Lane wrote The Ballad of Sgt. Hack . Once Sgt. Hack heard The Ballad of Sgt. Hack the decision was made to produce a music video of the the song. Starting on Saturday morning on a freezing sunny day, production began going until dark Sunday evening.

Erica Lane – Ballad of Sergeant Hack (USWINGS) from Erica Lane Official on Vimeo.

The Ballad of Sgt. Hack music video has been heard and seen by over a million people around the world. The Life of a Warrior ninth printing will be released in early August and enthusiasm for this story is growing by the day. The Saylors Brothers and Sgt. Hack are putting together plans to begin shooting the movie version in 2016. Kyle Saylors was recently named the second unit Director for a new Ashley Judd film.

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