Welcome to the elvis information network elvis presley. Elvis the soldier was a far cry from elvis the star, according to those who knew him then. Elvis aaron presley, the king of rock roll was born january 8, 1935 in tupelo, mississippi. Most important, you like elvis, and this is a nifty story about him doing brave heroic deeds to save christmas. At the time of his draft he was the most wellknown name in the world of entertainment. The elvis information network home to the best news. Contains over 1500 fascinating photos, 0 of elvis himself. The true story of the love between priscilla presley and the king of rock n roll by priscilla presley, last tr. Anyone in scandinavia can contact us directly and if you mention the fecc forum well give you a special discount. Features over 1,500 fascinating photos, about 1,300 of which picture elvis. What if the brass had decided that elvis would have best served the army in special services. Pictures not seen before and stories from soldiers who served with him in scout platoon in germany.
A tour of bad nauheim, on the day the famous cover for a big hunk o love was shot. Books about elvis presley fiction and nonfiction 92 books. A cultural icon responsible for bringing rock n roll into the mainstream of popular culture, who had established himself its king. This new york times bestseller reveals the intimate story that could only be written by the woman who.
The hardcover of the elvis, like any other soldier 2010. 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. During that time, he was part of the 3rd armored division in germany. Elvis returned while she stayed in germany with her parents while they stayed in contact, and she eventually married elvis in 1966. Private nurse pens book about life with elvis presley. But once elvis was inducted, the army could have assigned him to any work it wished. New never used, the ultimate book for any elvis presley fans. Originally published back in 1988, this revised version was created to commemorate the 50th anniversary of elvis years in the army.
The new recordings cd is unlike any other cd available. There were only 1,000 of these books made this is a numbered collectible. Elvis presley served in the united states army between march 1958 and march 1960. 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. What you never knew about the king of rock march 23, 2020 mark villanueva. Anyone in the uk can get one of these books from chris giles at a good price and im sure you all know chris. Oct 05, 2019 elvis wouldnt have been promoted to sergeant if he didnt deserve it. Like any other soldier is a deluxe edition and is huge. Elvis, like any other soldier 2010 book by jerry osborne.
Elvis life in the army was an important part of his life and he took great pride in serving his country. Mar 23, 2020 elvis presley was one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century. Buglar, get ready to blow taps for as fine a soldier as any who put on a uniform. I am sure 100s of elvis fans can say the same thing. This book was a gift and greatly enjoyed by all who looked at it. Army, presley had caused national outrage with his rock and roll music. Plus, he had other things on his mind like elisabeth stefaniak. Reading this book made me wonder how elvis survived as long as he did.
Drums man served in army with elvis news republican herald. This book could be read covertocover like any other elvis book, but i have used it mainly as a reference volume. Had this book for nigh on two weeks now and the further into the book i get the more pleased i am with it. 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. The truth is that security at the base was too tight for any such adventures. A book, like any other soldier, was published about elvis years in the army from 1958 to 1960. Dozens of elvis fans have read this book and said great things about it. Elvis album hardcover book for sale in auburn, wa offerup. All pages and cover are intact including the dust cover, if. He served in the army for two years and was released in 1960.
Like any other soldier book by elvis presley, 1988 at. 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. All american elvis book elvis presley memorabilia, elvis songs, elvis photos. Whether youve loved the book or not, if you give your honest and. The mammoth 500 plus page publication set for release in august 2010 is filled with such goodies, in color and black and white. 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. If youre a real elvis fan, its worh your time to pick this up. Elvis presley, in full elvis aaron presley or elvis aron presley. Spam or selfpromotional the list is spam or selfpromotional.
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. Like any other soldier, now he will reissue the book. 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. It is the definitive chronicle of elvis army experience. It was not uncommon for other soldiers to do the same. He is your source for elvis like any other soldier.
Mar 23, 2018 elvis the soldier was a far cry from elvis the star, according to those who knew him then. The definitive pictorial history of elvis presleys army years. General colin powell on elvis presley the soldier and. He was rich and worldwide famous and allowed himself to be drafted as an ordinary gi. Buy a cheap copy of elvis and me book by priscilla presley. Elvis and me book by priscilla presley thriftbooks. Just because its elvis doesnt mean he is there to be blamed for other peoples decisions. Elvis book like any other soldier ltd ed 940 huge poster included. Like any other soldier is the definitive book that covers it all, from basic training at fort hood, to his scout platoon in germany. Many parents, religious leaders, and teachers groups saw his draft as a positive thing. 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.
Elvis wouldnt have been promoted to sergeant if he didnt deserve it. Many parents, religious leaders, and teachers groups saw his draft as a. Apparently, some of elvis addicition to amphetanines began during his army service, to help him stay awake on duty and on long field duties. 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. Like any other soldier the pictorial history of elvis. 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. The new recordings an import, consists of 26 new overdubs 2015 of some of mr. Jerry and barbara hahn are just about to release a monumental release in elvis history with elvis like any other soldier. I felt like he wouldnt have written a book about me if it had been the other way. 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. If you have not before read soldier boy elvis, it is a book you need to find and read.
Like any other soldier book 50th anniversary edition. Elvis like any other soldier special 50th anniversary edition reissue will be available in february. 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. Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands. Like any other soldier book 50th anniversary reissue. 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. Like any other soldier was first published in 1988. My association with ira jones ranks as one of the more memorable ones of my life. We realize its quite costly to pay shipping to europe so we would like to help the european elvis fans outside of england. Like any other soldier book by elvis presley, 1988. Reil owns a copy of the book, in which his picture appears with elvis and other members of the. 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.
Elvis didnt until after wards and she says he never took advantage of her when he knew. Like any other soldier is a fascinating, accurate text and pictorial history. It is quite likely this book contains more neverbeforeseen elvis photos from 19571960 than. Elvis like any other soldier elvis presley 1988 jerry osborne enterprises book. This new book contains over 1,500 fascinating photos, about 1,300 of which picture elvis. Features over 1,500 fascinating photos, about 1,300 of. Was elvis presley any good in the military as a soldier or.
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. Find great deals on ebay for elvis books and elvis rare books. Elvis aaron presley january 8, 1935 august 16, 1977, also known simply as elvis, was an american singer and actor. How the colonel was able to convince the army to treat elvis like any other common soldier is unknown. A tough task, they managed to put together the most comprehensive book on elvis presleys army service that i am aware of. Wealth and fame can be very tricky things to juggle, as elvis presley would. Elvis and me is the unforgettable memoir of elvis presley. 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. 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. What if elvis presley had been an entertainer in the army.
It is informative and has many photos not seen before by most people. Elvis presley as a us soldier stationed in west germany. Other readers will always be interested in your opinion of the books youve read. Follow that dream ftd are currently out of stock of this title. Incorrect book the list contains an incorrect book please specify the title of the book. He was more interested in owning a gun to shoot at cans in open fields. 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. He was a rockabilly singer and performer, a film star, a serviceman, gospel singer and balladeer. Except for living offbase, which he was allowed to do, he was just a regular joe. I highly recommend this book to all elvis fans and those who have an interest in this part of his life. 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. Get the best deals on elvis book when you shop the largest online selection at.
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