From the racetrack to the battlefielddauntless, fearless, and exemplar of semper fi she was reckless, pride of. The inspiring true story of reckless, the brave little horse who became a marine. Marine horse reckless carried of ammo during one battle in korea, received 2 purple hearts, and promoted to staff sergeant sgt reckless. Reckless had a unique personality that attracted the marines to her and she bonded with each member of her unit 75 mm recoilless rifle platoon of the 5th marines, first marine division.
Reviewed titles print book supported by capstone interactive accelerated reader. Reckless appeared on the art linkletter show and made many other public appearances after the war, ms. Patricia mccormick is a former journalist and a twotime national book award finalist whose books include cut, sold, never fall down, the plot to kill hitler, sergeant reckless. Having interviewed over 75 people that served with reckless in korea and camp pendleton, the. Its a fun way to learn to read and as a supplement for activity books for children. Marines who found and trained her share meals and card games. Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer. For more on sgt reckless check out the videos posted on.
Sgt reckless legendary for her heroics during the korean war was buried with full military honors at camp pentelton in sgt reckless. Camp pendleton sergeant reckless korean war horse hero video woodland man tells story of korean war horse, marine mare. In this heartwarming true story, reckless and the u. An uphill battle ssgt reckless bronze maquette fully loaded our price.
A widely celebrated national hero, reckless was first featured in 1954 in the saturday evening post and in 1997 when life magazine published an edition lauding historys. This is original content based on research by the history guy. Sergeant reckless was a symbol of the heroic actions that took place throughout the korean war, and her impact can be seen in. Raised and trained to become a racehorse in seoul, korea, flame is. The story of this faithful, brave animal is presented in a gripping narration and realistic though not explicit illustrations. This site is dedicated to a remarkable hero a small mongolian mare named reckless who became a national hero in 1954 when an article ran in the saturday evening post about her heroics during several battles in the korean war. As cannons thundered and shells flew through the air, she marched into battleagain and againbecoming the only animal ever to officially hold military rankbecoming sgt. She was named sergeant reckless for her courage and willingness to carry ammunition into battle. Reckless became a military hero during the korean war. To learn more about reckless, go to her website at click here to order your autographed copy of the book. Reckless book gift set includes sergeant reckless model and sgt reckless, americas war horse by robin hutton, a new york times bestseller and the only complete biography of sgt reckless and her three colts fearless, dauntless and chesty.
Andrew geer, a marine commander who served with sgt. Reckless, a fourlegged hero of the first marine division. I figured theyd at least offer me a blindfold or maybe a cigarette. Reckless was bought by members of the united states marine corps and trained to be a pack horse for. It fills in all of the gaps from previous books about this marvelous, courageous little redhaired mongolian mare. Gift set includes sergeant reckless model and sgt reckless, americas war horse by robin hutton, a new york times bestseller and the only complete biography of sgt reckless and her three colts fearless, dauntless and chesty. Hutton has spoken with the marines who fought alongside reckless and tells the complete and captivating tale of how a wouldbe korean racehorse became one of the greatest marine corps wartime heroes. Produced by students at stuart mesa school marine corps base camp pendleton, oceanside, ca. Sergeant reckless by patricia mccormick book trailer youtube. Both tell the tale of a korean horse pony, reallyshe was under 14. The true story of the little horse who became a hero, and the young readers edition of i am malala. Americas greatest war horse wins the hearts of a new generation. This nonfiction picture book is an excellent choice to share during homeschooling, in particular for children ages 4 to 6.
Heroic korean war horse honored by marines with bronze. Reckless was as famous as lassie or rin tin tin for her brave exploits during the korean war. The story of ssgt reckless and the unveiling and dedication of her monument at the national museum of. To the best of s knowledge, the images, videos, and content featured on. The story goes that a marine purchasing officer bought the horse from a korean boy who needed money to buy his sister an artificial leg, according to a 1955 book, reckless. This once famous horse, recognized as late as 1997 by life magazine as one of americas greatest heroesthe greatest war horse in american history, in facthas unfortunately now. I cried, laughed and was absolutely enthralled with reckless story. This is another interesting book that young animal lovers will like. Enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download the free kindle app. Robin hutton had authored a book about sergeant reckless titled sgt. Amid an inferno of explosives on a deadly minefield in the korean war, a fourlegged marine proved to be a heroic force of nature. Sgt reckless with her primary trainer, platoon gunnery sergeant joseph latham. Reckless, a mighty marine chicken soup for the soul.
Sergeant reckless is the remarkable true story of a horse who overcame great odds to become a hero. Two books on reckless, americas war horse on july 26, 20, a statue was unveiled at the national museum of the marine corps in quantico, virginia. Facebookofficial sgt reckless fan club she passed away in 1968 at the age of 20 and was buried with full military honors. Americas war horse hutton, robin, amos, general james f. Autoplay when autoplay is enabled, a suggested video will automatically play next. Reckless was an amazing horse who saved so many marines lives during the korean war. Reckless brings the legend back to life more than half a century later. Your browser does not currently recognize any of the video formats available. Sergeant reckless by patricia mccormick book trailer. Texas bluebonnet award, 20182019 the inspiring true story of sgt.
Fortunately, two new books hit the shelves this summer reckless. Illustration by iacop bruno from patricia mccormicks book. I will do my best to do that, but dont want you to get anxious if its taking longer than you expected. Much more than that, reckless became a war heroin fact, she became a combat marine, earning staff sergeant s stripes before her retirement to camp pendleton. Reckless, the brave little mare that became a marine. Robin l hutton the story of the mongolian mare, who, despite only measuring about thirteen hands high, became an american hero for her actions during the korean war, being awarded two purple hearts for her valor. Written by illustrated by educators guide grades 15. The true story of the little horse who became a hero by patricia mccormick and iacopo bruno. A small, underfed horse was found by a group of marines during the korean war.
Americas war horse and millions of other books are available for instant access. This is a true and wonderful video about sgt reckless, a korean war horse hero. Or visit the sgt reckless store for tshirts, mugs, caps, coins, sgt reckless breyer horse. Not only has she been the force behind recognizing reckless with a monument at the national museum of the marine corps and at camp pendleton, but she has now recorded the full story of this fourlegged war hero who hauled ammunition to embattled marines and inspired them with her relentless, and reckless, courage. Even better, as a parent, read the adult book by hutton so when you read the childrens book to your son or daughter, you can sprinkle it with more details, and show the actual photographs of reckless. Robin hutton has written the preeminent book on reckless and her heroics. Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer no kindle device required. Reckless joined the marines to carry ammunition to the front lines for the 75mm recoilless rifle platoon of the 5th marines and she quickly earned the love and respect of all of the marines that served with her. The statue was of a hero, of course, but a most unusual hero. Reckless and wrote articles about her for the saturday evening post in. Equine enthusiast robin hutton learned about sergeant reckless and. Reckless navy general library program downloadable. Americas war horse is a beautiful story about an amazing horse and the meaning of the marine corps motto, semper fi.
Pride of the marines, by lieutenant colonel andrew c. Americas war horse and was regaling the assembled marines with stories about the horses adventures and exploits. Soon reckless showed herself more than willing to carry ammunition too heavy for the soldiers to haul. The ingenuity and compassion of marines, even in battle, has always amazed me. Beautiful classic image of reckless on one side she wasnt a horse she was a marine on the other side. Also, because i am traveling a lot with my book, shipping might take longer than usual.
Reckless includes interviews with the marines who fought alongside her, revealing, at last, the complete and captivating tale of how a wouldbe korean racehorse became one of the greatest marine wartime heroes of all time. I had no trouble keeping my four year old interested. She also had two articles in the saturday evening post april 17, 1954, and october 22, 1955 and a book written about her, reckless. Reckless was recently honored during the eight belles race at the kentucky derby as part of an ongoing effort by robin hutton, founder of the sgt. Sgt reckless americas war horse by robin hutton is a true gem. Reckless, a filly who was purchased and trained by the u. Author robin hutton has reignited excitement with her new book sgt. Reckless memorial monument at the national museum of the marine corps, completed in july 20, and now spurring the creation of a second memorial at camp pendleton, california, where reckless lived out the rest of her days.
This is the first picture book from awardwinning novelist patricia mccormick, sumptuously illustrated by acclaimed artist iacopo bruno. She was named reckless by the marines fighting in the korean war. Sergeant reckless comes complete with her blanket decorated with her awards and 6 new collectible trading cards. This nonfiction picture book is an excellent choice to share during homesc. The illustrations are beautiful and the story is well writen and accurate. Reckless americas war horse truly brings reckless to life and fills in the huge gaps about her life, personality and life after the war, bc that is what korea was, a war. It is a strong, descriptive narrative of a war less remembered and of the strong and lasting bond between humans and animals. Heroic korean war horse honored by marines with bronze statue. Reckless author robin hutton on the korean war horse hero. The remarkable tale of americas most heroic war horse has earned a spot on the coveted new york times bestseller list. About the book sergeant reckless, a small horse with a sweet tooth and a heart of gold, is the only animal ever to have held official military rank, first as a private and then as a sergeant in the korean war. For a schedule of book signings for robin huttons book on sgt reckless. Robin hutton did not want recklesss story to be forgotten, so she wrote a book about her titled, sgt. Bronze memorials honoring this heroic mare can be found at the kentucky horse park, camp pendleton, and the national museum of the marine corps.
If you want to order 3 or more books, contact me first and i can give you a break on shipping costs. Reckless, a war horse who served with the recoilless rifle platoon, antitank company, 5th marine regiment, 1st marine division, was bought for. These two traits, combined with a special horse we now know as reckless, produced a legacy and a legend that lives today in marine corps lore. The story of ssgt reckless and the unveiling and dedication of her monument at the national museum of the marine corps. The true story of the little horse who became a hero, and the young readers edition of. Shes a decorated marine, a combat veteran, and a horse. Reckless, heroic warhorse, had ties to north county. Americas war horse, robin hutton has masterfully crafted the definitive story of reckless, the great little korean mare who so boldly served alongside marines of the recoilless rifle platoon, 5th marine regiment, in the korean war carrying ammunition under enemy fire.
Carrying heavy ammo to soldiers all by herself, sergeant reckless helped. Sergeant reckless, a horse that held official rank in the united states military, was a mare of mongolian horse breeding. We have a movie script on this incredible story and are looking for a home for it. My commanding officer marched back and forth in front of me and i. The true story of the little horse who became a hero by patricia mccormick and iacopo bruno 17 total resources 4 awards view text complexity submit text complexity. Remembering a beloved horse and decorated marine the new. If you want to read a wonderful, book about a true war hero then ive got one for you. The author interviewed hundreds of marines and other people whose lives were touched by reckless and incorporated the wonderful stories into this book.
Author robin hutton has reignited excitement about this nearly forgotten legend, realizing the sgt. Joe latham prepares the tiny racehorse, whose name was changed from flame of the morning to reckless, to carry munitions for the recoilless rifle platoon during the korean war. If you, or anyone you know, has any pictures or anecdotes on reckless that you would like to share, please contact me and send them along. This is a great book to share this story with kids. This book is a great way to share her story with my children. This is the complete and captivating account of how a wouldbe korean racehorse became one of the greatest marine corps wartime heroes. Reckless by robin hutton overdrive rakuten overdrive. She was named one of the 100 all time greatest american heroes. Available on kindle ebook and can be read on any device with the free kindle app. Nov 09, 2012 in the 1950s, reckless was as popular as rin tin tin and lassie, said robin hutton, an author from ventura, calif. Sgt reckless americas greatest war horse she wasnt a horse she was a marine.
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