Paratroopers Stories

"You're about to embark on a great crusade..." General Dwight D. Eisenhower had said in his speech to the troops prior to the opening assault on Normandy's shores. However, Jack and James O'Brian never heard that speech, because they were in the airborne. It's June 6th, 1944 and the biggest amphibious invasion in the world is commencing, United States paratroopers James and Jack O'Brian of the 101st U.S. 501st Airborne division are going to be the first men into German occupied France. They've gone to ranger schooling together, both graduating in time to take part in the Normandy invasion and now. They'll be parachuting into France against a well trained, battle hardened enemy between them and their fight towards Germany. With a prestigious German general making his reappearance after being medically discharged to lead such battle hardened forces. ** Rated PG-13 (Violence, suggestive themes, language) Fifth book in the 'World War Series'

"I Am That Man" is a riveting autobiography chronicling the remarkable journey of a man from his humble beginnings as a child to his transformation into a skilled military parachutist and eventually a member of elite special forces. Through the pages of this book, readers are taken on a captivating ride through the trials and triumphs of the protagonist's life, as he navigates the rigorous training regimens, grapples with personal challenges, and reflects on the profound thoughts that shape his growth and evolution. From adrenaline-pumping parachute jumps to intense special forces operations, this gripping narrative offers a unique glimpse into the world of military service and the indomitable spirit of a man determined to become the best version of himself.

I'm gonna have this book here to when I come up with a Crosshairs one-shot from time to time. I don't have many yet, but I will try putting the once I have here. I will maybe, maybe not be taking request, we'll see about that . Well off you go read about everyones fav paratrooper.

𝐁𝐑𝐎𝐊𝐄𝐍 𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐈𝐍𝐆𝐒 ❝You're either with me or against me, you choose.❞ ( joseph liebgott x fem! oc) (slow burn!) (mature themes!) (follows the HBO show band of brothers) ༊*·˚ cheerylogan, 2023 [COMPLETED]

It's hard to see life through rosy hues, especially for Eliza Clark ever since her mother's untimely death and the car crash that lead to her father's coma. Without any help to support her siblings, Eliza decides to enlist in the Nurse Corps, only to become the female medic for Easy Company. Ironically, Eliza's life changes when she falls in love with Richard Winters.

1934: the invasion of Sicily, Italy. World War II. "I'm coming home." [One Act Play] *You don't need any experience in play/theater terminology to read this*

The tale of an entire kingdom taken over by a clever usurper and the efforts of a prince to take back what belongs to his father.

John, a American paratrooper arrives on the beaches of Normandy on the 6th from a plane to fight the Nazis. Does he have what it takes to survive?

A fan-fiction of the HBO mini-series, Band Of Brothers. 18-year-old Kate Nicolli decides she has to fight for her country. How is it fair that men are giving up their lives for the women sitting at home, doing nothing? Only the Airborne doesn't accept women...

Of the 156,000 Allied Troops that landed in Normandy on June 6, 73,000 were American, and of those 73,000 only around 13,000 were Paratroopers, a combination of both the 82nd and 101st Airborne. Roughly 2,500 of those paratroopers would be killed, wounded, or declared Missing in Action in the operation. Mitchell L. Werner trained hard to be in the 82nd Airborne, and is part of the special force that was designated for the D-day invasion. On June 5th, 1944, he finally goes to war, but the cost of the War can be surprising. War takes many things, but sometimes it doesn't take one's life.

Sgt. Jake and his men are sent to Russia to try and end the life of a rebel leader named Sgt.J. Russ ‼️Warning use of cigs and alcohol‼️ If you are not into that stuff this is not your book.

Margaret Whelan and Edward "Eddie" Heffron have been friends as long as they can remember. Follow their story together through "We'll Meet Again."

"Why would he believe you stole those albums, anyway?" Johnny comments, a little bit indignant. Awkward silence. Alton having everybody's eyes on him. "Probably because he did," Donald breaks the silence, shaking his head. When it was clear that nobody had seen that coming, he just shrugs. "What? I was there, I saw."

You'll only know peace - silent battles that go unnoticed, so loud, her ears never stopped ringing. (Still under editing!!) In the midst of World War II, Elaine defies expectations by joining the Airborne, stepping into a world dominated by men. As a young medic, her journey takes her from the quiet fields of Delaware to the heat of war. As she navigates the brutal challenges of training and the realities of battle, she forges an unexpected bond with a fellow soldier. Together, they must not only survive the war but also confront their own inner battles, discovering strength in each other that they never knew they had. ----- Elaine Lacy Lynch was born in October 1924 in Wilmington, Delaware. She is a determined and resilient young woman who joins the Airborne at only seventeen, serving as a medic, driven by a deep sense of duty and a need to find purpose in the chaos of World War II. Haunted by her past, she possesses a strength beyond her years, yet struggles with the vulnerability that comes from caring too deeply. As she navigates the brutal realities of war, Elaine must balance her compassionate nature with the harsh demands of survival, all while grappling with her growing feelings for a fellow soldier. Band of Brothers Ronald Speirs x OC

The love of Amelia Robinson's life just asked her to run away with him. Except she had one problem: Amelia couldn't possibly leave her grandmother who single-handedly raised her. On one afternoon, her grandmother sits her down and tells her a story. It begins in 1940, in the face of the Second World War. Except, for them, in the fields of rural Philadelphia, war was at the back of their mind. The story is one of those who get left behind, a bright-haired boy, and the rolling fields where their love began. On her own, Amelia will learn the importance of each decision she makes. But together, she and her grandmother will learn all there is to know about love, commitment, and second chances. ┈┈ WWII & Band of Brothers Fanfiction Start: July 4, 2020 End: August 22, 2020 ┈┈ Disclaimer! I mean no disrespect to the real Edward "Babe" Heffron. He is an incredible man, and the whole world thanks him for his service. This is all purely based on Robin Laing's portrayal of him in HBO War's Band of Brothers (2001).

1941 was year they could do no more running. The year when a girl had to do what nobody thought was possible. The year when the world turned upside down. ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~* Charlotte had already ran from the terrors that were calling her country into war. Two years later, those same terrors caught onto her once again and this time, there was no escaping. Choosing to enlist instead of her cousin, Charlotte is thrust into a world of chaos where her identity isn't the only thing that may end with her dead. Her eyes see what no other woman could see, her heart feels a pain that can't be spoken, her hands attempt to heal those who are balancing on the line of death and her senses tell her this is madness. But still, together with the men of the airborne paratroopers, every day manages to push by while her secret hangs on and threatens everything.

After completing two years of service as regular infantry, First Sergeant Megan Bonti finally decides to request a transfer to be a part of the paratroops. She had just about had enough of her commanding officer underestimating her abilities and wanted something new. She had been one of the first qualified paratroops and thus decided to transfer to where her skills could be better used. When she first arrives at Toccoa, she isn't quite sure what she's in for. The men seem welcoming enough but are quite a rowdy bunch. Despite being their new senior NCO, they quickly take her under their wing and she's very much like a sister to them, dubbing her 'Angel' or 'Angel Eyes'. This does not go unnoticed by a certain Lt. Nixon who finds himself wanting to know more about this woman. #1 in - maybeoneday