Wounded Soldier, Healing Warrior

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Allen Clark ... [is] an inspiration to all who know him.” - President Ronald Reagan

Wounded Soldier, Healing Warrior: A Personal Story of a Vietnam Veteran Who Lost his Legs but Found His Soul tells the life-changing, true story of Vietnam Veteran Allen Clark.

It was early morning, June 17, 1967, and Dak To Special Forces camp in Vietnam was under attack. In the time it took for the bright flash of a mortar explosion to fill the pre-dawn darkness, the life of West Point graduate Allen B. Clark Jr. would be changed forever.

Wounded Soldier, Healing Warrior is the story of how one soldier, so gravely injured that both of his legs were amputated, turned his grievous loss into a personal triumph. With unflinching honesty, author Allen Clark describes his life as a soldier and provides personal insight into his struggle towards recovery—from the painful and unfamiliar physical hurdles placed before him to the mental anguish of severe post traumatic stress disorder, a condition widely misunderstood at the time.

This poignant book is also the story of a young man embracing his second chance at life. Determined to carve a new path for himself, Clark went on to earn his MBA from Southern Methodist University before finding employment as a personal financial assistant to Ross Perot, moving on to public service, and eventually founding the Combat Faith Ministry, a lay ministry to veterans.

A gripping true account, Wounded Soldier, Healing Warrior is a testament to the resiliency of the human spirit and a source of inspiration for soldiers, past and present, wounded in body or spirit.

"Allen's story has the potential to touch many lives. It is a message of struggle, perseverance, courage and hope." --From the Foreword by Ross Perot

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“There are a host of heroes to whom this country owes a debt it can never repay. Allen Clark lost both his legs while serving his country in Vietnam. When he came home, his body was broken, but his spirit never faltered. He went back to school. He earned his masters degree in business administration. He served his state in a high government post and is now a successful businessman. He’s an inspiration to all who know him.” - President Ronald Reagan, The White House, September 10, 1984

“Wounded Soldier, Healing Warrior is an exceptional read – captivating, inspirational and educational. Allen Clark is an American patriot who has lived the West Point values of Duty, Honor, and Country everyday. From experiencing the rigors of combat during the War in Vietnam to becoming Assistant Secretary of Veterans Affairs, he did not allow physical disabilities to detract from his intent to care for others and serve his nation. Allen provides a clear message- through strong values and faith in God, we can overcome adversity and be all we want to be.” - Lieutenant General Robert F. Foley (USA-Ret.), Medal of Honor Recipient, Vietnam, Director, Army Emergency Relief

“Allen’s life story reflects rich experiences from his military service, his support of our veterans and his active political involvement. He is a patriot who raised himself from a battlefield in Vietnam to dedicate his energy and passion for helping others. It is a story full of encouragement and inspiration. - United States Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison – Texas

“Wounded Soldier, Healing Warrior is a captivating recount of a combat veteran’s encounter with the enemy both on the battlefield and in life. This honest, open and insightful account of Allen Clark’s life is a story everyone can relate to with their own challenges and struggles. Allen’s faith journey is inspiring and a must read for all.” - Scott O’Grady, former Capt. USAF, Author of New York Times Bestseller Return with Honor

“WOW!!! What a sensational story of a heroic life and service for our dear country and our dear Lord Jesus. There are few accounts today of such dramatic demonstration of the Lord’s power to not only save a life but to use that life for His glory. Your book is bound to help so many who suffer from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, as well as those returning from war, now.” - Dr. Bobby Welch, President, Southern Baptist Convention (2004-2006), Author of You The Warrior Leader, Former Green Beret, Purple-Heart Vietnam Veteran, Pastor emeritus First Baptist Church, Daytona, Florida

“A fascinating tale vividly told. Allen Clark’s account of his two wars - one for America and one for himself – is intimately personal yet broadly applicable to the larger audience of mankind. Set against the backdrop of the Vietnam War and its aftermath, the story traces Clark’s trajectory from professional soldier to shattered veteran to civic leader to active lay ministry. He recounts his stark struggles to restore himself physically and emotionally, and unblushingly describes his inner spiritual pilgrimage. Particularly pertinent reading for veterans present and future.”-Lieutenant General (USA-Ret.) Dave R. Palmer, Author, George Washington and Benedict Arnold: A Tale of Two Patriots, The River and the Rock: The History of Fortress West Point 1775-1783, Summons of the Trumpet

“Two centuries ago, George Washington set forth his ideal for the perfect soldier, declaring: ‘To the distinguished character of Patriot, it should be our highest glory to add the more distinguished character of Christian.’ Allen Clark fulfills this standard, being both a distinguished Patriot and Christian. As a patriot, in defense of freedom in Vietnam he lost both his legs. As a Christian, his faith is the centerpiece of his life and a source of inspiration for millions of others. Wounded Soldier, Healing Warrior is the story of a Patriot and Christian and a must read for every American.” - David Barton, Founder and President WallBuilders, www.wallbuilders.com

"I am proud to know Allen Clark. He is one of those rare individuals who has not only faced death, but has learned from the experience as well. That is enough, but that is not all. The insights found in Wounded Soldier, Healing Warrior are deeply felt and eloquently expressed. They are insights which remind us that the pain that comes from loss, the joy of overcoming adversity, and the sweetness of success need not cause barriers to be erected between us and God. I am always inspired and uplifted when I hear Allen’s story. It is a pleasure to recommend this book.” - Lewis R. Timberlake, CPAE, Professional Speaker, Co-Author: Born to Win; Author: It’s Always Too Soon to Quit

"Oh, God, I'm dead!" cried Capt. Allen Clark when a North Vietnamese mortar burst landed 18 inches behind his left leg, June 17, 1967. … From the pages of this remarkable memoir ... Wars in a sense never end, for victor or vanquished either one. How enriching to learn that Vietnam, which broke so many hearts and lives, gave -- and gives -- a sort of victory to one of the supposedly vanquished. Few "dead" men in our time have lived with so much vigor, so much capacity to inspire." - Bill Murchison, Radford Distinguished Professor of Journalism, Baylor University, Author of forthcoming book on the crisis in the Episcopal Church of the USA

"Allen Clark’s story, Wounded Soldier, Healing Warrior, is one of hope, help and healing. It will move your heart and stir your soul. Don’t miss his deeply personal and powerful insights into inner healing, spiritual growth and personal triumph." - Dr. Jerry Falwell, Founder and Chancellor, Liberty University, Lynchburg, Virginia

"For the more than forty years I have known him, Allen Clark has been a man of passion, courage, integrity and faith. All four of these qualities pulse through the experiences of his life. His honesty and authenticity as he tells his story is both heartwarming and challenging. It is today commonly agreed that one of the critical elements that develops people as leaders is hardship. Allen has had his share of hardship, more than most of us face in a lifetime, and it has helped to develop him into a man of strength, honor, humility and faith. We desperately need more men like him to help guide America through the challenges of the years ahead." - Dr. Andrew B. Seidel COL, USAR (Ret), Executive Director, Center for Christian Leadership, Dallas Theological Seminary

"The story behind Allen Clark’s journey from a casualty of the Vietnam War to a champion of the faith remains in my heart and mind as one of those all-time great reads. It is truly an enthralling account of the overcoming spirit Green Berets seemed to be endowed with as they go about their task of military service, and freeing the oppressed. Today, Allen is still freeing the ‘oppressed,’ but in a new and exciting way. Wounded Soldier, Healing Warrior is not one of those books you will merely read and put on your shelf-it is one you will study time and time again for years to come." - Chuck Dean, National Chaplain, Emeritus, 173d Airborne Brigade, Author of Nam Vet: Making Peace with Your Past; and Down Range: To Iraq and Back

"Allen Clark’s book is a powerful, moving account as he takes the reader on a most harrowing but ultimately triumphant ride. His early days of service as a dutiful West Point graduate are followed by a grievous wounding that left him without legs in a world that waits for no one. Cast into a pit of understandable depression, he refuses to quit, and his own unquenchable sprit ultimately lifts him back up and allows him to find his own triumph over tragedy. His resilience and unquenchable spirit make up a powerful model for all, especially when he turns his efforts to the selfless cause of helping others in need. Spiritually refreshing and boldly inspirational, I give this wonderful book my highest recommendation." - Tom Carhart, Ph.D., Author of Lost Triumph: Lee’s Real Plan at Gettysburg – and Why It Failed

"Wounded Soldier, Healing Warrior is a compelling testimony of courage and redemption. Allen Clark describes in riveting detail the battle in Vietnam where he was severely wounded and with uncompromising honesty his recovery from physical disability and emotional self-doubt. Like most combat-wounded veterans, Clark’s post-war journey was not easy. But the Power of Faith enabled his understanding that true healing comes through the inner-peace that comes of understanding God’s forgiveness, love and grace. As a battle-tested veteran, I recommend Allen Clark’s story as vital reading for veterans and their families of any war who have experienced the crucible of combat and the spiritual challenges of coming to terms with their experiences." - Al Santoli, Author, Everything We Had, President, Asia America Initiative

About the Author: Vietnam veteran Allen B. Clark Jr. is founder of the Combat Faith Ministry. He served in the federal government as an assistant secretary in the Department of Veterans Affairs and later director of the National Cemetery System from 1989 to 1993. He lives in Dallas, Texas.

Specifications: Hardcover, 320 pages, 32 photos