Occupied has drawn high praise from veterans and military experts who recognize the deep emotional and historical value of Waleed’s memoir. "America owes Waleed a debt of gratitude for being a pinnacle example of selfless service while enduring tremendous personal risk. Harrowing, funny, heartbreaking, and uplifting, his story will make you feel anger, outrage, sadness, hope, and joy." — Pete Kofod, Chief Technology Officer, Xiroko "Waleed’s story take us beyond the headlines and into the battlefield, providing an intimate glimpse into the lives of those in Iraq who endured the war’s harshest realities. Although Waleed never officially earned the title of Green Beret from the US Army, in the eyes of every Special Forces soldier who worked with him, he is a Green Beret, tested in the fire of combat." — SFC Wil Ravelo, US Army Special Forces (Ret.) Caught between two worlds, Waleed Hamza, an Iraqi college student, is thrust into the chaos of the 2003 US invasion. Driven by an unwavering passion to rebuild his country and liberate Iraq, he partners with the US Special Forces as a translator. But this decision has deadly consequences. Branded a traitor and hunted by insurgents, his life—and his family—are torn apart. Disillusioned and questioning everything he once believed, his faith in both his country and religion begins to crumble. Vengeance becomes his only guide until he uncovers a different kind of freedom—one not defined by war or politics but by the redemptive power of Jesus. Now, he must confront where his true loyalty lies and decide what kind of freedom is truly worth fighting for. Occupied is a gripping, emotional memoir that explores the brutal cost of war, the deep wounds of betrayal, and the transformative power of love and faith. Waleed’s story will challenge your beliefs, urging you to reconsider what true freedom really means. "Waleed’s stories of battle, although remarkable, are only one aspect that make this book an excellent read. The plot, the setting, and the characters are real. But endings like the one in this story seem more suited to a Hollywood script than real life. Perhaps this is the most magical aspect of this story. I highly recommend this book to anyone interested in military history, leadership, service, and sacrifice, and to all who simply love a great read." — SFC N.R., US Army Special Forces, 19th GroupASIN: B0DKLJ82T2VSKU: GBV.B0DKLJ82T2.GCondition: GoodAuthor/Artist:Hamza, Waleed|Hamza, HannahBinding: PaperbackNote: Any images shown are stock photographs and product may differ from what is shown. Condition Notes: Has a sturdy binding with some shelf wear. May have some markings or highlighting. Used copies may not include access codes or Cd's. Slight bending may be present.
