John Kerner"s story that began with A Combat Medic will bring you inside the mind of a clear-thinking and accomplished physician. The mud and blood of World War II provide a unique education and tell an important story. "John Kerner was not only a fabulous doctor, he can write! This book is a fascinating record of some wonderful-and not so wonderful experiences, as told by a keen and sensitive participant. You"ll laugh, you"ll cry, you"ll be amazed by Dr. Kerner"s ability to say so much in so few words-and so well." -Meria Zellerback, author and editor "It is with great pleasure that I learned through the office of the President of the French Republic of your nomination to the rank of Chevalier in the French Legion of Honor." -Guy Wildenstein, President, the American Society of the French Legion of Honor "Dr. Kerner is a physician"s physician...the history of a gifted scholar, teacher, administrator, and most important of all, doctor." -The Honorable Barbara Boxer, United States Senator "Your support, advice and help is more important than ever." -The Honorable Dianne Feinstein, United States Senator