Gary W Toyn

Contributor

I am the author of "The Quiet Hero: The Untold Medal of Honor Story of George E. Wahlen at the Battle for Iwo Jima," and was fortunate to have contributions from both Bob Dole and Orrin Hatch. I am also editor of many other books related to World War II.

Latest Articles

Mexican Sweet Pork Salad
This recipe for Sweet Pork Salad and its famous Cilantro Ranch Dressing is a near perfect copy-cat for that found at Costa Vida or Café Rio.
Jun 4, 2008 - Gary W Toyn
Pulled or Shredded Sweet Pork
Mexican Sweet Pork has become a wildly popular alternative to shredded beef or chicken, and is great for tacos, burritos or taco salads.
May 13, 2008 - Gary W Toyn
Exposing Wannabe Heroes
Without an official database of all official military medal citations, criminals are tainting the honor of America's real heroes.
May 9, 2008 - Gary W Toyn
Book Review: God Isn't Here
Iwo Jima veteran Richard Overton's memoir describes his sickening combat experience despite his break with reality. This gruesome memoir is both compelling and stirring.
May 6, 2008 - Gary W Toyn
Book Review: Louise Pound
Louise Pound was a renowned athlete, scholar and champion of women's rights, laying the groundwork for equal access to athletic and educational opportunity.
May 6, 2008 - Gary W Toyn
Book Review: Skinny Boy
Anorexia is typically viewed as a female problem, but Gary Grahl's new book is an insightful look into the twisted mind of a young man with an eating disorder.
May 6, 2008 - Gary W Toyn
Our Dwindling American Heroes
Medal of Honor recipients are among America's greatest heroes, but their rapidly dwindling numbers bring an increased sense of urgency to remember their heroism.
May 5, 2008 - Gary W Toyn