Daniel M. Dewald is the author of the riveting book Grey Feathers: Led by Love of Country, an accurate gripping account of the Vietnam War.

Daniel M. Dewald is an Indiana native born in Fort Wayne, Indiana. He is an Army Veteran from the US who served in the 4th Infantry Division from August 1969 to 1970. A brave man, he held the rank of 1st Lieutenant and served as a combat platoon leader during his time. His experience in the war netted him commendations and medals. For his quick decision-making in conducting an orderly withdrawal from the conflict, Daniel M. Dewald rescued the company commander and four other companions under bitter enemy fire. He presented and received the Bronze Star for Valor for his efforts. Daniel once again was able to show his courage when he participated in a joint operation with the Army South Vietnam (ARVN). He received a Silver Oak Leaf Cluster. Other medals he received include the Combat Infantryman’s Badge, the Air Medal, and others.

Outside of his military duties and distinction, Daniel M. DeWald is a recipient of an MBA degree from Xavier University in Cincinnati, Ohio. He also has a BS degree from Indiana University in Bloomington, Ohio, about 174 miles from his hometown. He has experience working for several blue-chip companies. After that stint, Daniel served as a consultant in supply chain activities. Currently, he is enjoying life in Charleston, South Carolina.

Grey Feathers: Led by Love of Country

Grey Feathers: Led by Love of Country is a gripping true-to-life account of author Daniel M, and his time during the Vietnam Conflict. It tells the story of the 3rd Battalion, 12th Infantry, 4th Division stationed in the Republic of Vietnam from 1967 to 1970. The book derived its accounts from magazine articles, operations reports, interviews, and first-hand experiences. They’re sustained in battle conditions, detailing the events the soldiers have gone through. It lays bare their unselfishness and courage as they fight back to quash the opposing side’s assault.

Through this book, the author shows us the burden that the soldiers face to survive. It displays the difficulties of quick and concise decision-making under constant enemy fire. It tells of the pressure men must carry as they face battle after battle, making quick decisions and movements. Every wrong move could cost their lives or that of the whole Division. And Grey Feathers is also a story about the camaraderie of the soldiers. They guard each other’s backs to ensure all enemies are met with force and honor.

Grey Feathers is the story of the Braves, the nickname of the 3rd Battalion, 12th Infantry, 4th Infantry division, as they are assigned to the border area of Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia. It deals with the difficulties they have to face as their supply routes are often endangered by constant ambushes and mines that slow down efforts to resupply. It is a story of survival.

Grey Feathers: Led by Love of Country also tells the origin of the titular grey feather, a trophy presented to an Indian brave for doing a great deed. It symbolizes trust, power, strength, trust, honor, wisdom, and freedom. In this book, author Daniel M. DeWald also shares how this tradition arrived from its more traditional routes into the culture of the army division.

You can buy Daniel M. DeWald’s gripping story, Grey Feathers: Led by Love of Country, on the author’s website or through Amazon.