The inspiring true story of Reckless, the brave little horse who
became a Marine.
When a group of US Marines fighting in the Korean War found a bedraggled
mare, they wondered if she could be trained to as a packhorse. They had
no idea that the skinny, underfed horse had one of the biggest and
bravest hearts they'd ever known. And one of the biggest appetites!
Soon Reckless showed herself more than willing to carry ammunition too
heavy for the soldiers to haul. As cannons thundered and shells flew
through the air, she marched into battle--again and again--becoming the
only animal ever to officially hold military rank--becoming Sgt.
Reckless--and receive two Purple Hearts.
This is the first picture book from award-winning novelist Patricia
McCormick, sumptuously illustrated by acclaimed artist Iacopo Bruno.