Focusing on Independence Day, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Military Monday" Show features award-winning military historian and author Mike Guardia. This show honors the sacrifices soldiers have made for freedom in the Revolutionary War and the War of 1812, World Wars 1 & II, Korean and Vietnam War, Desert Storm, and more.

Along with many other military history books, Mike is the author of the widely acclaimed biography “Hal Moore: A Soldier Once…and Always,” that chronicles the life of LTG Harold G. Moore, whose battlefield leadership was popularized by the film “We Were Soldiers,” starring Mel Gibson. His latest book is, “The Combat Diaries: True Stories from the Frontlines of World War II.” This book features a collection of eighteen true stories from veterans who served on the frontlines in World War II...on land, on sea, and in the air. More: https://mikeguardia.com/

Mike Guardia appears on Big Blend Radio's military history shows every 1st Monday.

Featured music on this show is “Colors of the USA" by Doreen Taylor - https://www.doreentaylormusic.com/