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Two Scoops of Hooah!: The T-Wall Art of Kuwait and Iraq
Within the pages of this book you will see how cement structures, intended for barriers, are transformed into pictorial walls that identify military units and honor service members who gave their lives for freedom in the Gulf War. They provide an esprit de corps for their unit members who are forward deployed from their home base, post, or camp. The unit colors and insignias displayed on these walls become the thoughts and memories of the men and women who have fought, and for those who have died for freedom. Memorial walls proclaim in silence the ultimate sacrifice of service. This artwork represents Coalition Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen, Marines, Coast Guard, and D.O.D. Civilians who answered the call of freedom and deployed far from home and family. When these walls decay and are turned to rubble, this book will become a lasting legacy to those who have served in Kuwait and Iraq.
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208 pages, Hardcover
First published June 28, 2015
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October 30, 2015
To be perfectly honest I kind of accidentally requested this book when I was checking the book on my iPad. But after I was granted access to this book did I think "What the heck it could be interesting."
Even though I'm not a fan of war was it a bit interesting to see how soldiers decorated T-Walls. I had actually never heard of a T-Wall was before I read this book so now I have learned something new. The part I liked the best in the book was the memorial part when T-Walls was decorated after soldiers that had been killed. It was a heartwarming tribute to fallen comrades.
Here is some example of T-Walls:
Title on Publisher's Website
Thank you Netgalley for providing me with a free copy for an honest review!
Even though I'm not a fan of war was it a bit interesting to see how soldiers decorated T-Walls. I had actually never heard of a T-Wall was before I read this book so now I have learned something new. The part I liked the best in the book was the memorial part when T-Walls was decorated after soldiers that had been killed. It was a heartwarming tribute to fallen comrades.
Here is some example of T-Walls:
Title on Publisher's Website
Thank you Netgalley for providing me with a free copy for an honest review!
June 15, 2015
This was exactly what it is advertised as, T-wall art of Kuwait and Iraq. The beginning of the book had a bit too much philosophical thoughts on the artwork, but once that was done and the artwork was let to speak for itself, it did, loudly.
I am hugely pro-military because of the men and women who risk and give their lives so I can live a life of safety at home. I respect and honor that. It takes a special person to be willing to do what they do. I don't agree with WAR, but I will ALWAYS support the men and women who participate in it.
This book does a very good job to illustrate the mindset of the men and women serving in Kuwait and Iraq. They didn't do the artwork for everyone to see, they did it for themselves and each other. To bolster their morale and support one another. To let off some steam and personality in a very stressful situation.
It's touching, funny and sobering. This is a book that would be best in real book, not eBook format, as the whole point of the book is the pictures. You can see the pictures on an eReader, but to get the full effect of them, I think the book would be best.
I highly recommend this for those who are pro-military and who are interested in how humans maintain their humanity in inhumane situations. It's a case-study and an incredibly absorbing one. 3.5 stars, rounded up to four due to the content being from the brave men and women overseas.
My thanks to NetGalley and Schiffer Publishing Ltd. for an eARC copy of this book to read and review.
I am hugely pro-military because of the men and women who risk and give their lives so I can live a life of safety at home. I respect and honor that. It takes a special person to be willing to do what they do. I don't agree with WAR, but I will ALWAYS support the men and women who participate in it.
This book does a very good job to illustrate the mindset of the men and women serving in Kuwait and Iraq. They didn't do the artwork for everyone to see, they did it for themselves and each other. To bolster their morale and support one another. To let off some steam and personality in a very stressful situation.
It's touching, funny and sobering. This is a book that would be best in real book, not eBook format, as the whole point of the book is the pictures. You can see the pictures on an eReader, but to get the full effect of them, I think the book would be best.
I highly recommend this for those who are pro-military and who are interested in how humans maintain their humanity in inhumane situations. It's a case-study and an incredibly absorbing one. 3.5 stars, rounded up to four due to the content being from the brave men and women overseas.
My thanks to NetGalley and Schiffer Publishing Ltd. for an eARC copy of this book to read and review.
May 13, 2018
'Two Scoops of Hooah!: The T-Wall Art of Kuwait and Iraq' by George Hauer with Robin Whitney is a collection of art on concrete barriers in combat zones.
A t-wall, I learned, is a concrete barrier put in place as blast protection placed around military bases to protect from explosive blasts. As soldiers have been stationed near these, they have painted various murals on them. The t-walls are temporary. This book documents the various art left on them for a more permanent remembrance. Much of the art tells about the different units stationed near them. There are engineering companies, supply companies, medical units and various combat units. There is a section with art by coalition partners. The book finishes with memorial walls.
It's a pretty straightforward book, and the art styles range. The poignancy is in the message stating "I was here" and it's not lost on me. I appreciate these men and women and the sacrifices they make. I really liked getting to see this form of art.
I received a review copy of this ebook from Schiffer Publishing Ltd. and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this ebook.
A t-wall, I learned, is a concrete barrier put in place as blast protection placed around military bases to protect from explosive blasts. As soldiers have been stationed near these, they have painted various murals on them. The t-walls are temporary. This book documents the various art left on them for a more permanent remembrance. Much of the art tells about the different units stationed near them. There are engineering companies, supply companies, medical units and various combat units. There is a section with art by coalition partners. The book finishes with memorial walls.
It's a pretty straightforward book, and the art styles range. The poignancy is in the message stating "I was here" and it's not lost on me. I appreciate these men and women and the sacrifices they make. I really liked getting to see this form of art.
I received a review copy of this ebook from Schiffer Publishing Ltd. and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this ebook.
April 26, 2015
(I received a free copy of this book from Net Galley in exchange for an honest review.)
Within the pages of this book you will see how cement structures, intended for barriers, are transformed into pictorial walls that identify military units and honor service members who gave their lives for freedom in the Gulf War. They provide an esprit de corps for their unit members who are forward deployed from their home base, post, or camp. The unit colors and insignias displayed on these walls become the thoughts and memories of the men and women who have fought, and for those who have died for freedom. Memorial walls proclaim in silence the ultimate sacrifice of service. This artwork represents Coalition Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen, Marines, Coast Guard, and D.O.D. Civilians who answered the call of freedom and deployed far from home and family. When these walls decay and are turned to rubble, this book will become a lasting legacy to those who have served in Kuwait and Iraq.
I requested this book from the publisher, Schiffer Publishing Inc, as I have read a few of their art/photography books and found the quality to be very good. This book was just as good as the others I had reviewed.
Basically, this is a book that provides images of T-walls (also known as Bremer walls) that have been decorated in tribute to soldiers who had fallen in the line of duty. These are memorial walls created by, and for, members of the armed services who fought in Kuwait and Iraq. They serve as a reminder to those left behind of not just those who have fallen, but as a call to action - to make sure that these fallen soldiers did not die in vain.
There are some very special artworks in this book. Insignia, colors and identification of the units are prevalent, and bring home the cost of these wars in a very personal way. We feel the loss and heartache of those who are still fighting. Whilst there are some very simple designs, others are very intricate and well drawn, showing the dedication to preserving the memory of those who lost their lives and the pride of those serving their country.
A little repetitive at times, this is still a very unique view on the Gulf War and a book that should be seen by people from all walks of life, regardless of where they come from.
Paul
ARH
Within the pages of this book you will see how cement structures, intended for barriers, are transformed into pictorial walls that identify military units and honor service members who gave their lives for freedom in the Gulf War. They provide an esprit de corps for their unit members who are forward deployed from their home base, post, or camp. The unit colors and insignias displayed on these walls become the thoughts and memories of the men and women who have fought, and for those who have died for freedom. Memorial walls proclaim in silence the ultimate sacrifice of service. This artwork represents Coalition Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen, Marines, Coast Guard, and D.O.D. Civilians who answered the call of freedom and deployed far from home and family. When these walls decay and are turned to rubble, this book will become a lasting legacy to those who have served in Kuwait and Iraq.
I requested this book from the publisher, Schiffer Publishing Inc, as I have read a few of their art/photography books and found the quality to be very good. This book was just as good as the others I had reviewed.
Basically, this is a book that provides images of T-walls (also known as Bremer walls) that have been decorated in tribute to soldiers who had fallen in the line of duty. These are memorial walls created by, and for, members of the armed services who fought in Kuwait and Iraq. They serve as a reminder to those left behind of not just those who have fallen, but as a call to action - to make sure that these fallen soldiers did not die in vain.
There are some very special artworks in this book. Insignia, colors and identification of the units are prevalent, and bring home the cost of these wars in a very personal way. We feel the loss and heartache of those who are still fighting. Whilst there are some very simple designs, others are very intricate and well drawn, showing the dedication to preserving the memory of those who lost their lives and the pride of those serving their country.
A little repetitive at times, this is still a very unique view on the Gulf War and a book that should be seen by people from all walks of life, regardless of where they come from.
Paul
ARH
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