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My Hitch in Hell, New Edition

The Bataan Death March

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My Hitch in Hell, New Edition

Written by: Lester I. Tenney, Vice Admiral James B. Stockdale USN - Ret.
Narrated by: Joe Barrett
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Captured by the Japanese after the fall of Bataan, Lester I. Tenney was one of the very few who would survive the legendary Death March and three and a half years in Japanese prison camps. With an understanding of human nature, a sense of humor, sharp thinking, and fierce determination, Tenney endured the rest of the war as a slave laborer in Japanese prison camps.

My Hitch in Hell is an inspiring survivor's epic about the triumph of human will despite unimaginable suffering. This edition features a new introduction and epilogue by the author.

©1995 Potomac Books, Inc. (P)2018 Blackstone Audio, Inc.
Wars & Conflicts World War II War Military Prisoners of War Witty
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Interesting History

The narrator was difficult to listen to and it sometimes took away some of the impact of what was being read; however, the story was compelling.

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Inspiring and Brave.

I‘ve heard how cruel and inhumane the Japanese were to prisoners but now there’s no doubt in my mind. One mans journey shows how he suffered and survived what a positive message for all of us today. This is an important listen for all.

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Surprisingly Uplifting

Despite the grim subject of this book the author delivers an upbeat story of determination and survival. Overcoming horrendous psychological and physical mistreatment when many others were unable to do so. A great read.

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Amazing story

The hell the men in this story went through will always stay with me. My heart goes out to all of you.

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Another harrowing account from the Pacific war

The Epilog added 20 years after initial writing is a powerful addition.

Lester's account is very similar to that of Lou Zamerini's Unbroken. I can't say one is better or more powerful than the other, both are harrowing.

Their accounts should not be forgotten or diminished.

Lester's book is well written, compelling and worth the read. Lester and all of his compatriots, thanks for your service.

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