71 Unique Veteran Stories Spanning the 20-Year Global War on Terror

Stories you won’t read anywhere else. The Twenty-Year War is a look into the journeys of American service members fighting in and then leaving behind a war spanning over two decades.

American veterans open up about their service, the sobering realities of combat, their transitions post-military, and what it’s like to find purpose and meaning after hanging up their uniform.

Meet CSM (Ret) Tonya Oxendine »

A Truly Unique Look In Military Service and Transition

Included in this museum quality coffee table book are the stories of fathers and sons, husbands and wives, sisters and brothers who served together.

With a foreword written by former US Central Command and US Special Operations Commanding General, Joseph Votel, The Twenty-Year War is the untold stories of American service and transition.

Meet MSG Tim Kennedy »

Uniformed Service is Just the Start

The portraits are explosive, gritty, and tell the authentic story of American service. United by their service to the nation, and their challenges in transitioning back to civilian life, the veterans give you a unique look into what happens when the paperwork is finalized and a American service member becomes a veteran.

Meet CPT Sophie Hilaire »

  • “This may be the most important book of America’s longest war. There are plenty of important war stories but this is deeply personal, told by those that approached the war from a variety of viewpoints and duty positions and then transitioned to civilian life to be our newest Greatest Generation. If there is one book that provides an explanation of the personal side of modern warfare, it is The Twenty-Year War photo book.”

    4-Star General (Ret) Doug Brown
  • “The Twenty-Year War honors our veterans in a way that is rarely accomplished – by listening. Each veteran’s voice shines through individually and authentically, so we learn their true story. The raw honesty, depth, and spirit captured by Beau Simmons’ stunning portraits elevate this book into a true work of art.”

    Emily Compagno, Fox News
  • “The Twenty-Year War is a reflection of America. It’s about men and women that are no different from the patriots of 1776. They are people that believe in something bigger than themselves. More than anything else, they are people that care about others. You’ll see, and learn, a little about yourself in these stories.”

    CSM (Ret) Mike Hall
  • “Army Rangers Dan Blakeley and Tom Amenta have authored a book, brilliantly photographed and designed by Beau Simmons entitled The Twenty-Year War to chronicle the two decades of sacrifices, strength, leadership, and patriotism of those who joined the world in the Global War on Terror. I commend the authors and especially all those who shared their stories of triumph over oppression as we look to them to lead us into our new strengthened community of collaboration, understanding, and unity.”

    Dr. Chrisanne Gordan, Founder of Resurrecting Lives Foundation

Limited Edition
Only 500 Produced.

Limited Edition bundle includes:
  • The Twenty-Year War Book - Hand signed and numbered
  • Numbered Challenge Coin to match numbered book
  • Leather American Flag Patch
  • Cloth Protective Slipcover
(Slipcover Design is a representation of final product and may be altered slightly)

Standard Edition

Read stories you won't read anywhere else in this museum quality coffee table book. These are the stories of fathers and sons, husbands and wives, sisters and brothers who served together.

With a foreword written by former US Central Command and US Special Operations Commanding General, Joseph Votel, The Twenty-Year War is the untold stories of American service and transition.

Nate Boyer - The Twenty Year War

Read a sample story from veteran, Nate Boyer. »

ABOUT THE AUTHORS

Beau Simmons

Dan Blakeley

Tom Amenta