Wounded Soldier, Healing Warrior A Personal Story of a Vietnam Veteran Who Lost His Legs but Found His Soul

"Allen's story has the potential to touch many lives. It is a message of struggle, perseverance, courage, and hope." -from the foreword by Ross Perot "From my own experience, I know how much determination, courage, and faith it took for Allen Clark to travel his long journey back to life. But, he has made it, and in telling his story he will help others make it, too." -Senator Bob Dole Washington, D.C. "When I first met Allen Clark in the early 1970s, I knew instantly this was a young man struggling to come to terms with his experiences, to make sense of tragedy and the conflict of his country's claim on his allegiance and the consequences of his patriotism. His spirit touched me then, as this book does now. He is an unusual American, and a pilgrim whose quest the reader will find poignant and illuminating." -Bill Moyers American journalist and public commentator "All of us encounter challenging and potentially life-changing events at some time.Wounded Soldier, Healing Warrioris proof that despite the cards we are dealt, each of us can persevere and overcome obstacles to lead a fulfilling, meaningful life. Allen Clark's autobiography inspires us all to see the possibilities and encourages us to make a difference." -Roger Staubach Pro Football Hall of Fame quarterback Wounded Soldier, Healing Warriorby Allen Clark is an inspiration to all soldiers who are injured in the field, especially in the case of mortar attacks and IED bombs. I enjoyed reading how he and other wounded soldiers managed to rehabilitate themselves with the help of the VA hospital system, their faith in God, and their determination to not let their injuries destroy their lives. -Robin Moore, author ofThe Green Berets, The French Connection, andThe Hunt for Bin Laden "There are a host of heroes to whom this country owes a debt it can never repay. Allen Clark lost both his legs while serving his country in Vietnam. When he came home, his body was broken, but his spirit never faltered. He went back to school. He earned his masters degree in business administration. He served his state in a high government post and is now a successful businessman. He's an inspiration to all who know him." -President Ronald Reagan The White House September 10, 1984 "Wounded Soldier, Healing Warrioris an exceptional read-captivating, inspirational and educational. Allen Clark is an American patriot who has lived the West Point values of Duty, Honor, and Country everyday. From experiencing the rigors of combat during the War in Vietnam to becoming AssiClark, Allen B., Jr. is the author of 'Wounded Soldier, Healing Warrior A Personal Story of a Vietnam Veteran Who Lost His Legs but Found His Soul', published 2007 under ISBN 9780760331132 and ISBN 0760331138.