Bassett couldnt believe he was hearing this story for the first time. The remarkable tale of americas most heroic war horse has earned a spot on the coveted new york times bestseller list. The true story of the little horse who became a hero by patricia mccormick and iacopo bruno. Reckless by robin hutton overdrive rakuten overdrive. Camp pendleton sergeant reckless korean war horse hero video woodland man tells story of korean war horse, marine mare.
To learn more about reckless, go to her website at click here to order your autographed copy of the book. Reckless navy general library program downloadable. Your browser does not currently recognize any of the video formats available. Cnn takes a closer look at the life of sergeant reckless, a small racehorse with an appetite for beer and coffee who would become americas greatest. The inspiring true story of reckless, the brave little horse who 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. 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. Illustration by iacop bruno from patricia mccormicks book.
For a schedule of book signings for robin huttons book on sgt reckless. I figured theyd at least offer me a blindfold or maybe a cigarette. 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. 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. Reckless appeared on the art linkletter show and made many other public appearances after the war, ms. This nonfiction picture book is an excellent choice to share during homeschooling, in particular for children ages 4 to 6. She was named one of the 100 all time greatest american heroes. This is a true and wonderful video about sgt reckless, a korean war horse hero. This nonfiction picture book is an excellent choice to share during homesc. Sergeant reckless is the remarkable true story of a horse who overcame great odds to become a hero. Raised and trained to become a racehorse in seoul, korea, flame is. Autoplay when autoplay is enabled, a suggested video will automatically play next. Reckless, a war horse who served with the recoilless rifle platoon, antitank company, 5th marine regiment, 1st marine division, was bought for. Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer no kindle device required.
Both tell the tale of a korean horse pony, reallyshe was under 14. Sergeant reckless was a symbol of the heroic actions that took place throughout the korean war, and her impact can be seen in. This is another interesting book that young animal lovers will like. Or visit the sgt reckless store for tshirts, mugs, caps, coins, sgt reckless breyer horse. This is original content based on research by the history guy. A small, underfed horse was found by a group of marines during the korean war. An uphill battle ssgt reckless bronze maquette fully loaded our price. Beautiful classic image of reckless on one side she wasnt a horse she was a marine on the other side. 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. Heroic korean war horse honored by marines with bronze. Reckless was bought by members of the united states marine corps and trained to be a pack horse for.
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. Author robin hutton has reignited excitement about this nearly forgotten legend, realizing the sgt. Reckless, a filly who was purchased and trained by the u. The story of ssgt reckless and the unveiling and dedication of her monument at the national museum of. 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.
Sgt reckless americas greatest war horse she wasnt a horse she was a marine. In this heartwarming true story, reckless and the u. This book is a great way to share her story with my children. Facebookofficial sgt reckless fan club she passed away in 1968 at the age of 20 and was buried with full military honors. Available on kindle ebook and can be read on any device with the free kindle app. Marines who found and trained her share meals and card games. Having interviewed over 75 people that served with reckless in korea and camp pendleton, the. Americas war horse and was regaling the assembled marines with stories about the horses adventures and exploits. The story of ssgt reckless and the unveiling and dedication of her monument at the national museum of the marine corps. This is the complete and captivating account of how a wouldbe korean racehorse became one of the greatest marine corps wartime heroes. This is the first picture book from awardwinning novelist patricia mccormick, sumptuously illustrated by acclaimed artist iacopo bruno. Reckless, the brave little mare that became a marine.
The true story of the little horse who became a hero, and the young readers edition of i am malala. Reckless and wrote articles about her for the saturday evening post in. For more on sgt reckless check out the videos posted on. I will do my best to do that, but dont want you to get anxious if its taking longer than you expected. 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. 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. 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. I had no trouble keeping my four year old interested. 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. 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. Equine enthusiast robin hutton learned about sergeant reckless and.
I cried, laughed and was absolutely enthralled with reckless story. 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. Also, because i am traveling a lot with my book, shipping might take longer than usual. She also had two articles in the saturday evening post april 17, 1954, and october 22, 1955 and a book written about her, reckless. Robin hutton did not want recklesss story to be forgotten, so she wrote a book about her titled, sgt.
Nov 09, 2012 in the 1950s, reckless was as popular as rin tin tin and lassie, said robin hutton, an author from ventura, calif. Marine horse reckless carried of ammo during one battle in korea, received 2 purple hearts, and promoted to staff sergeant sgt reckless. The statue was of a hero, of course, but a most unusual hero. Soon reckless showed herself more than willing to carry ammunition too heavy for the soldiers to haul. Reckless author robin hutton on the korean war horse hero.
Carrying heavy ammo to soldiers all by herself, sergeant reckless helped. Sgt reckless with her primary trainer, platoon gunnery sergeant joseph latham. Reckless was an amazing horse who saved so many marines lives during the korean war. We have a movie script on this incredible story and are looking for a home for it. Americas war horse is a beautiful story about an amazing horse and the meaning of the marine corps motto, semper fi. 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. 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 reckless by the marines fighting in the korean war. 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, a fourlegged hero of the first marine division. Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer. 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. 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 want to read a wonderful, book about a true war hero then ive got one for you.
Reckless brings the legend back to life more than half a century later. Texas bluebonnet award, 20182019 the inspiring true story of sgt. Enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download the free kindle app. 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. Produced by students at stuart mesa school marine corps base camp pendleton, oceanside, ca.
Written by illustrated by educators guide grades 15. Robin hutton had authored a book about sergeant reckless titled sgt. 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. Sergeant reckless was her name, and she was the horse renowned for carrying wounded soldiers off the battlefield and making solo trips across combat zones to deliver supplies. She was named sergeant reckless for her courage and willingness to carry ammunition into battle. Sgt reckless americas war horse by robin hutton is a true gem. Americas war horse and millions of other books are available for instant access.
Author robin hutton has reignited excitement with her new book sgt. If you want to order 3 or more books, contact me first and i can give you a break on shipping costs. Sergeant reckless by patricia mccormick book trailer youtube. This is a great book to share this story with kids. Reckless, a mighty marine chicken soup for the soul. 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. The author interviewed hundreds of marines and other people whose lives were touched by reckless and incorporated the wonderful stories into this book.
It is a strong, descriptive narrative of a war less remembered and of the strong and lasting bond between humans and animals. 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. Sergeant reckless by patricia mccormick book trailer. The story of this faithful, brave animal is presented in a gripping narration and realistic though not explicit illustrations. Reckless became a military hero during the korean war. 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. Fortunately, two new books hit the shelves this summer reckless. The true story of the little horse who became a hero, and the young readers edition of.
Reckless, heroic warhorse, had ties to north county. Pride of the marines, by lieutenant colonel andrew c. The illustrations are beautiful and the story is well writen and accurate. It fills in all of the gaps from previous books about this marvelous, courageous little redhaired mongolian mare. Robin hutton has written the preeminent book on reckless and her heroics. From the racetrack to the battlefielddauntless, fearless, and exemplar of semper fi she was reckless, pride of. Amid an inferno of explosives on a deadly minefield in the korean war, a fourlegged marine proved to be a heroic force of nature. Sergeant reckless, a horse that held official rank in the united states military, was a mare of mongolian horse breeding.
Sergeant reckless comes complete with her blanket decorated with her awards and 6 new collectible trading cards. 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. 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. Americas war horse hutton, robin, amos, general james f. 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. Sgt reckless legendary for her heroics during the korean war was buried with full military honors at camp pentelton in sgt reckless.
Its a fun way to learn to read and as a supplement for activity books for children. Bronze memorials honoring this heroic mare can be found at the kentucky horse park, camp pendleton, and the national museum of the marine corps. Reckless was as famous as lassie or rin tin tin for her brave exploits during the korean war. To the best of s knowledge, the images, videos, and content featured on. Shes a decorated marine, a combat veteran, and a horse. Andrew geer, a marine commander who served with sgt. Heroic korean war horse honored by marines with bronze statue. Sergeant reckless by patricia mccormick childrens books heal. The ingenuity and compassion of marines, even in battle, has always amazed me.
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