In our story, an ancient text called The Book of Good Deeds is the object of eight-year-old Marty’s quest. In this legendary volume, all the noble acts of ordinary mankind are recorded. The book grows thicker each time someone performs a good deed.
After reading the article about war horse hero Sgt. Reckless in the July 2011 issue of Cowboys & Indians magazine, we’re certain The Book of Good Deeds must also contain a record of the noble acts of our animal companions as well.
In her article, writer Elizabeth Kay McCall says of Sgt. Reckless, “She is the forgotten hero from The Forgotten War – a little sorrel Mongolian mare whose heroism during heavy combat in Korea was so monumental, the U.S. Marine Corps made her a staff sergeant.” The account of the courageous acts of this horse, who carried the wounded to safety on her own, will bring tears to your eyes.
Here’s a video in tribute to her:
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