Have you ever been publicly humiliated called hate-filled names, bullied in school, or endured rude insults? Son of A Soldier will give you real hope to overcome obstacles, face adversity, and achieve your own personal potential. Eddie's deeply moving story of succeeding against the odds, mentored by his parents, as he grew up a mixed-race kid during AmericaÕs turbulent 1960s. His compelling account is filled with details of the epithets and insults his family endured. His WWII Vet father and strong-willed mother shielded himÑas best they couldÑwhile motivating and encouraging him to succeed. Succeed he did! Eddie excelled in school, graduated from West Point, became a U.S. Army Officer, an Airborne Ranger, and Green Beret. Now, he's a successful husband, father, business owner and motivational speaker. He shares shocking family secrets discovered after his parentÕs died. His story will encourage and positively impact every reader.