Tom Yaegel was born on February 14, 1947. A Philadelphia area native and Army veteran, he built a successful career in accounting, banking, and entrepreneurship. He is an officer, the author of A War Story, and enjoys life with his wife, children, and eight grandchildren.
A gripping personal memoir that keeps readers on edge. Experience the true story of resilience and love everyone is talking about.
Unveiling the milestones that shaped an American life. From humble beginnings to Army officer and business success, discover the defining moments that changed everything.
A must-read story sparking reflection across America. Witness the journey from the streets of Philadelphia to the jungles of Vietnam that's captivating readers everywhere.
Tom Yaegel was born on February 14, 1947, in Upper Darby, Pennsylvania. After graduating from St. Joseph’s College, he was drafted during the Vietnam War and earned his commission in the Army Corps of Engineers through Officer Candidate School, serving with distinction supporting U.S. Army Special Forces. His successful post-military career spanned public accounting, banking leadership, and entrepreneurial ventures in real estate and hospitality. He is still operating three businesses and two investment properties surrounded by his loving wife, two children, and eight grandchildren, reflecting on a life of extraordinary service and accomplishment.
A powerful memoir that perfectly captures the transition from childhood innocence to the rigors of military service. Yaegel’s depiction of Catholic school and neighborhood life in Delaware County is spot-on. His journey into the Army felt authentic and brought back memories of my own service—a truly relatable and gripping read.
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This isn’t just a biography; it’s a time capsule of post-war America. The details of 1950s suburbia—from the coal furnaces to the party lines—are incredible. I felt completely transported—an invaluable personal perspective on the era that shaped the Greatest Generation and their children.
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An inspiring tale of resilience and hustle. Yaegel’s entrepreneurial spirit, from his paper route to his successful corporate career, shows what’s possible with hard work. His journey from a humble beginning to business success, guided by the discipline learned in the Army, is truly motivating.
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