Craig & Fred

By Craig Grossi,

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Book description

A heartwarming story of a stray dog and a U.S. Marine who met under the unlikeliest circumstances in Afghanistanā€”and who changed each otherā€™s lives forever.

As part of an elite team of Marines, Craig Grossi was sent on his most dangerous assignment to the Sangin District of Afghanistan. He expectedā€¦

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2 authors picked Craig & Fred as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

This may be the ultimate stray dog rescue story. Craig (the human) rescues Fred (the dog) from a war zone in a remote part of Afghanistan. What Craig goes through to bring this dog home to the US is astounding. And Fred is one of those instantly lovable, charming dogs whose personality shines through in Craigā€™s writing. In many ways, this book crosses genresā€”dog book, memoir, adventure, military, and thriller (I held my breath while reading several times!).

From Teresa's list on rescue dogs.

This is the uplifting and unforgettable true story of a US Marine, the stray dog he met on an Afghan battlefield, and how they saved each other. While on patrol, Craig spotted a young dog "with a big goofy head and little legs" who didnā€™t seem vicious or run in a pack like most strays heā€™d encountered. After eating a piece of beef jerky Craig offeredā€”against military regulationsā€”the dog began to follow him. What follows is a very moving and loving homage to the dog named Fred and to his fellow vets that was very heartfelt. The length he goesā€¦

From Dion's list on animal and human connections.

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