Paratrooper Chaplain

About the Book

Follow the amazing life of a man who changed lives. Chaplain (Col) Arthur Estes, U.S.A. (Retired) began life in a home where lonliness was a way of life. Searching for his place in life, Arthur excelled in all that he attempted, except self-confidence. Many avenues were taken by this man, but God had definite plans for him. Entering the military, his self confidence grew. His combination of patriotism and will moved hm forward in the ranks of the military. A veteran of World War II, the Korean War and the Vietnam War, he has seen the worst of war and the best of men. A Centurian Paratrooper, he brought the security of God to the frightened yourng men who faced the horros of paratrooping and the war. From the battlefield at Pork Chop Hill to meeting with Billy Graham and General Westmoreland, follow Colonel Arthur J. Estes as he shares his triumphs and tributes to the men that he mentored and served with. Getting to know Colonel Estes will show you the good in man as well as the true meaning of the call of God.

About the Author

The life, adventures and dangers faced by a "Baptist Preacher" during his preparation for service overseas during World War II, service with an infantry division in combat during the Korean War and service with Army Aviation Units during combat during the Vietnam War.

Also civilian occupations to include pastor of eleven churches in three states, his work as a probation officer for a juvenile court in Florida and adult probation officer in California, teacher in a junior high and senior high schools in Florida; plus professor for colleges in Forida, Georgia and North Carolina. Follow Colonel Estes diverse and exciting life from an independant child, a motivational Baptsit preacher to a leader of men in support of our troops during three wars. Learn how he influenced men and supported the same. Come along for the ride of a lifetime and feel the heartfelt love Colonel Estes had for the Lord, his men and famnily.