Desmond Doss was born in 1919, in Virginia. He was raised as a Seventh Day Adventist, and practiced nonviolence and vegetarianism. Because of his religion, he refused to carry a weapon or use one. He served as a combat medic during World War II, attached to the 2nd Platoon, Company B, 1st Battalion, 307th Infantry, 77th Infantry Division. He was awarded two Bronze Stars for his service, aiding wounded soldiers under fire, in Guam and the Philippines. In the Battle of Okinawa, he saved the lives of dozens of men on Hacksaw Ridge. He was awarded the Medal of Honor for his service, as well as the wounds he received while doing so.

This was a really neat story to me, because Desmond Doss is buried at the National Cemetery here in Chattanooga. He is actually just up the hill from where someone I love is buried. It was really special to be able to read more of his story and learn more about him. This was a really short little book, but it was a moving story that I enjoyed.