Elvis aaron presley, the king of rock roll was born january 8, 1935 in tupelo, mississippi. Like any other soldier is the definitive book that covers it all, from basic training at fort hood, to his scout platoon in germany. Like any other soldier book 50th anniversary reissue. The mammoth 500 plus page publication set for release in august 2010 is filled with such goodies, in color and black and white. Other readers will always be interested in your opinion of the books youve read.
During that time, he was part of the 3rd armored division in germany. It is the definitive chronicle of elvis army experience. Just because its elvis doesnt mean he is there to be blamed for other peoples decisions. It was not uncommon for other soldiers to do the same. Incorrect book the list contains an incorrect book please specify the title of the book. Regarded as one of the most significant cultural icons of the 20th century, he is often referred to as the king of rock and roll or simply the king presley was born in tupelo, mississippi, and relocated to memphis, tennessee, with his family when he was years old. He enjoyed one of the most dedicated fan bases in his lifetime, and after his passing, and his is still today one of the most recognized celebrity images of. Elvis, like any other soldier 2010 book by jerry osborne.
Contains over 1500 fascinating photos, 0 of elvis himself. Whether youve loved the book or not, if you give your honest and. Like any other soldier, now he will reissue the book. He was rich and worldwide famous and allowed himself to be drafted as an ordinary gi. Elvis presley as a us soldier stationed in west germany. The focus of your programme of course is elvis the celebrity and soldier, but i see him as elvis the soldier who, by the way, happened to be a celebrity. Like any other soldier book by elvis presley, 1988. All pages and cover are intact including the dust cover, if. Soldier boy why feel blue dont you believe that she will be true its written in the book that she was meant for only you soldier boy tell me why do you cry when you.
A cultural icon responsible for bringing rock n roll into the mainstream of popular culture, who had established himself its king. He is your source for elvis like any other soldier. Apparently, some of elvis addicition to amphetanines began during his army service, to help him stay awake on duty and on long field duties. All american elvis book elvis presley memorabilia, elvis songs, elvis photos. Also, wed like you to know that the same box we use to ship one book will hold two of the books at no extra cost priority mail international flat rate medium box holds one or two books for the same price. Also includes 40 pages of text, transcripts, interviews, letters, telegrams, and other authentic pieces of correspondence from elvis, between march 24, 1958 and april 1960. Find great deals on ebay for elvis books and elvis rare books. You did not have to want to be a rock and roll star or even a musician to want to be like elviswhich meant, ultimately, to be free and uninhibited and yet still a part of the everyday. Wealth and fame can be very tricky things to juggle, as elvis presley would. This new york times bestseller reveals the intimate story that could only be written by the woman who. The definitive pictorial history of elvis presleys army years. Dozens of elvis fans have read this book and said great things about it.
S army from vintage everyday in december the memphis draft board announced that elvis presley would soon receive his draft notice. Buy a cheap copy of elvis, like any other soldier 2010 book by jerry osborne. Had this book for nigh on two weeks now and the further into the book i get the more pleased i am with it. Buy a cheap copy of elvis and me book by priscilla presley. If you have not before read soldier boy elvis, it is a book you need to find and read. I am sure 100s of elvis fans can say the same thing. Follow that dream ftd are currently out of stock of this title. Anyone in scandinavia can contact us directly and if you mention the fecc forum well give you a special discount.
Over 1,500 pictures, many never before seen or published, 504 glossy pages, personal letters, documents, and a chronological history make this the definitive look at his army experience. A book, like any other soldier, was published about elvis years in the army from 1958 to 1960. We realize its quite costly to pay shipping to europe so we would like to help the european elvis fans outside of england. Not in stock ftd titles are available only with the next new ftd release you can check here to see what is the next announced release. What if elvis presley had been an entertainer in the army. Unfortunately, stories about elvis carrying out humdrum tasks like any other soldier do not make exciting copy and reporters often spiced up their stories with wild accounts of girls trying to break into the base, wriggling under barbed wire fences trying to get to elvis. Elvis and me is the unforgettable memoir of elvis presley. Get the best deals on elvis book when you shop the largest online selection at.
General colin powell on elvis presley the soldier and. There, for the first time ever, elvis fans enjoyed the text and many exclusive photos in an exact reprint of elvis original basic training class yearbook. Most important, you like elvis, and this is a nifty story about him doing brave heroic deeds to save christmas. Like any other soldier, there, for the first time ever, elvis fans enjoyed the text and many exclusive photos in an exact reprint of elvis original basic training class yearbook. Except for living offbase, which he was allowed to do, he was just a regular joe.
Elvis presley served in the united states army between march 1958 and march 1960. Army, presley had caused national outrage with his rock and roll music. What if the brass had decided that elvis would have best served the army in special services. Reading this book made me wonder how elvis survived as long as he did. Reil owns a copy of the book, in which his picture appears with elvis and other members of the. Elvis like any other soldier elvis presley 1988 jerry osborne enterprises book. Elvis wouldnt have been promoted to sergeant if he didnt deserve it. When elvis presley walked off an army troop ship in bremerhaven, west germany on october 1, 1958, he was only 23 years old. Elvis fort hood boot camp yearbook this is an exact duplication of elvis fort hood yearbook right down to the white leather hard bound cover this mega rare book was duplicated in 1988 by jerry osborne it has been autographed by jerry osborne. Many parents, religious leaders, and teachers groups saw his draft as a. Spam or selfpromotional the list is spam or selfpromotional. Elvis book like any other soldier ltd ed 940 huge poster included.
The truth is that security at the base was too tight for any such adventures. Originally published back in 1988, this revised version was created to commemorate the 50th anniversary of elvis years in the army. Elvis returned while she stayed in germany with her parents while they stayed in contact, and she eventually married elvis in 1966. Like any other soldier is a deluxe edition and is huge. Aug 14, 2015 the book is a collection of short stories about her life around elvis and his family and includes dozens of previously unpublished photos. Like any other soldier was first published in 1988.
New never used, the ultimate book for any elvis presley fans. Anyone in the uk can get one of these books from chris giles at a good price and im sure you all know chris. Jerry and barbara hahn are just about to release a monumental release in elvis history with elvis like any other soldier. The true story of the love between priscilla presley and the king of rock n roll by priscilla presley, last tr. All pages and cover are intact including the dust cover, if applicable. Elvis like any other soldier special 50th anniversary edition reissue will be available in february. Elvis didnt until after wards and she says he never took advantage of her when he knew. Welcome to the elvis information network elvis presley. He was more interested in owning a gun to shoot at cans in open fields.
Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands. Elvis album hardcover book for sale in auburn, wa offerup. This new book contains over 1,500 fascinating photos, about 1,300 of which picture elvis. Elvis and me book by priscilla presley thriftbooks. He was not only my patient, but a good friend, said. My association with ira jones ranks as one of the more memorable ones of my life. It will not be available until the release following the currently announced release orders containing not in stock items will be sent only when all available. He was paid like other soldiers, but donated his pay to charity.
This book was a gift and greatly enjoyed by all who looked at it. But once elvis was inducted, the army could have assigned him to any work it wished. Features over 1,500 fascinating photos, about 1,300 of. If youre a real elvis fan, its worh your time to pick this up. This book could be read covertocover like any other elvis book, but i have used it mainly as a reference volume. How the colonel was able to convince the army to treat elvis like any other common soldier is unknown. Regarded as one of the most significant cultural icons of the 20th century, he is often referred to as the king of rock and roll or simply the king. A tour of bad nauheim, on the day the famous cover for a big hunk o love was shot. Like any other soldier book 50th anniversary edition. Many parents, religious leaders, and teachers groups saw his draft as a positive thing. It is quite likely this book contains more neverbeforeseen elvis photos from 19571960 than. Plus, he had other things on his mind like elisabeth stefaniak.
What you never knew about the king of rock march 23, 2020 mark villanueva. The elvis information network home to the best news. A tough task, they managed to put together the most comprehensive book on elvis presleys army service that i am aware of. Like any other soldier the pictorial history of elvis. I highly recommend this book to all elvis fans and those who have an interest in this part of his life. It makes it easy to locate such things as what elvis did on the christmas days of his life, or what he did on his birthdays, and so on. It is informative and has many photos not seen before by most people. The hardcover of the elvis, like any other soldier 2010.
Oct 05, 2019 elvis wouldnt have been promoted to sergeant if he didnt deserve it. Pictures not seen before and stories from soldiers who served with him in scout platoon in germany. Elvis aaron presley january 8, 1935 august 16, 1977, also known simply as elvis, was an american singer and actor. I felt like he wouldnt have written a book about me if it had been the other way. There were only 1,000 of these books made this is a numbered collectible. Like any other soldier book by elvis presley, 1988 at. Mar 23, 2020 elvis presley was one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century. Elvis the soldier was a far cry from elvis the star, according to those who knew him then. He was a rockabilly singer and performer, a film star, a serviceman, gospel singer and balladeer. The new recordings an import, consists of 26 new overdubs 2015 of some of mr. Buglar, get ready to blow taps for as fine a soldier as any who put on a uniform. Private nurse pens book about life with elvis presley.
At the time of his draft he was the most wellknown name in the world of entertainment. Elvis presley, in full elvis aaron presley or elvis aron presley. Was elvis presley any good in the military as a soldier or. He served in the army for two years and was released in 1960. Elvis life in the army was an important part of his life and he took great pride in serving his country. Drums man served in army with elvis news republican herald. Inappropriate the list including its title or description facilitates illegal activity, or contains hate speech or ad hominem attacks on a fellow goodreads member or author. The new recordings cd is unlike any other cd available. Mar 23, 2018 elvis the soldier was a far cry from elvis the star, according to those who knew him then.