{"product_id":"the-fightin-tenth-cold-war-to-desert-storm-9798897471188","title":"The Fightin' Tenth: Cold War to Desert Storm","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn The Fightin' Tenth, former U.S. Air Force officer Michael Makatura takes you behind the wire of one of NATO's most elite tactical fighter squadrons-the 10th Tactical Fighter Squadron-during the tense final years of the Cold War and into Operation Desert Storm. From the heart of West Germany to the skies above Iraq, this gripping memoir captures what it meant to stand ready for war at a moment's notice, fly the iconic F-16 Viper, and live among warriors with a shared sense of purpose and brotherhood.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePart history, part military life, part personal transformation, Makatura's story is filled with grit, humor, and raw honesty. Whether it's enduring the mental gauntlet of Officer Training School, landing in Europe as a wide-eyed second lieutenant, or watching seasoned pilots prep for combat in the Middle East, The Fightin' Tenth brings to life the unique culture, mission, and mindset of an American fighter squadron in an unforgettable era.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerfect for veterans, aviation buffs, Cold War history fans, and anyone who's ever wondered what it takes to be one of \"The Fightin' Tenth.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Capt Michael Makatura\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Koehler Books\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 05\/05\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 282\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.21lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.75d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798897471188\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eMakatura, Capt Michael:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - Michael Makatura served as the executive officer of the 10th Tactical Fighter Squadron at Hahn Air Base, Germany. Born into a working-class family in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, he never imagined he would one day be part of a fighter squadron that would help shape the final days of the Cold War and later participate in Operation Desert Storm.\"Mak\" graduated from Pitt Johnstown in 1987. He is married to his wife, Rhonda, and together they have five children. He resides in Winter Garden, Florida.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eThis title is not returnable\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"booksdeli.com","offers":[{"title":"Capt Michael Makatura \/ Hardcover \/ English","offer_id":48231291748509,"sku":"9798897471188","price":43.42,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0619\/5648\/9373\/files\/img_1986eeda-f0b4-4924-9463-817ae1dbe8aa.jpg?v=1778577761","url":"https:\/\/booksdeli.com\/products\/the-fightin-tenth-cold-war-to-desert-storm-9798897471188","provider":"booksdeli.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}