"Don't thank me for my service. I didn't give it to you.

I gave it to my country, my family, and my friends who served beside me; some of whom died in the process. Don't thank me for unquestionably obeying orders, injuring and killing other humans, and destroying infrastructure, businesses, homes, and the environment.

Don't thank me when you don't understand the implications of combat. "And so begins the epic saga of "Damn Hooligans," a raw story of a US Army platoon finding themselves smack dab in the middle of the rise of ISIS in Iraq.

This story was inspired by David E. Hollis' 2006 deployment to Iraq.

Throughout his Army career, Dave served in some of the toughest units, completed challenging leadership and tactical training courses, deployed to five countries, and led 189 combat missions in Iraq. His military experience and the soldiers he served with have inspired the characters and stories in his writings.

"Damn Hooligans" chronicles several months the platoon's deployment, and the pain of loss that only those who have fought for our country could imagine. It is a story of friendship, loyalty, conflict, and the courage to serve your country.

And "Damn Hooligans" delivers. .

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