One of Four by Travis Davis takes readers on an emotional journey from New York Harbor to the battlefields of France, reliving the harrowing experiences of World War One through the eyes of an unknown soldier. Told through the pages of a 100-year-old diary, this story unfolds not only as a historical account but also as a bridge that reconnects a father with his estranged son. By retracing the soldier’s path from the brutal frontlines of France in 1917-1918 to his final resting place at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington National Cemetery, readers are immersed in the soldier’s world.
Discovered next to the soldier’s lifeless body by a young French girl, the diary captures his bravery, daily struggles, and life as he rose from a private to a non-commissioned officer (NCO). Through his words, we experience the pride, fear, and relentless stress of combat. The narrative reveals the sheer brutality of modern warfare and the profound courage it demanded from those who served. The soldier’s wish to return home alive is tragically unfulfilled, but his story continues to impact those who read it, providing a powerful testament to the human spirit amid the horrors of war.
Book Description:
| Book | One of Four |
| Series | None |
| Parts | None |
| Publication Date | 1 May 2024 |
| Author | Travis Davis |
| Publisher | My Random Thoughts |
| ISBN-13 | 979-8990138216 |
| Pages | 208 pages |
| Publication Format | Paper Back, Kindle, Hardcover |
Bio of the Author:
Travis Davis is an “Air Force brat” who grew up in Arkansas, Spain, New York, and California. At 17, he joined the US Army as an Armored Reconnaissance Specialist, serving in various locations in the United States and Germany. During his three tours in Germany, he conducted hundreds of border patrols along the East-West German border and the Czechoslovakia-West German border, witnessing the oppression of communism firsthand. He retired from the US Army, with his last duty assignment as Assistant Operations Sergeant of the 2nd Armored Cavalry Regiment at Fort Polk, Louisiana. A lifetime member of the Sergeant Morales Club, Travis has received numerous awards, including the Meritorious Service Medal and five Army Commendation Medals.
In his personal life, Travis enjoys exercising, traveling, baking bread, making ice cream, and spending time with friends and family. He resides in Allen, Texas, with his wife of over 37 years. They have three adult children and five grandchildren. Known for his approachable nature, Travis’s wife often says, “Travis never met a stranger.”