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I'm Ron Zuccaro, a.k.a. Ron Martinelli, and this is my story. The challenging times of my life. The Vietnam War and how a truck ran out of control and ran me through the brick wall of a cleaners and how surgeons told me I wouldn't walk again. How I opened a gambling casino to help with my financial hardships and how I wrestled as a professional all over the country before my accident and made a comeback, against all odds, to win the championship, and how I dealt with all the devastation and obstacles along the way.
I could not have come through it without my Father in Heaven. He never left me. I'm reminded of the poem "Footsteps in the Sand," and Jesus said, "When you only saw one set of footprints, that's when I carried you." Well, He carried me a lot.
This book is about hope, perseverance, love, loyalty, discipline, and training. All these things taught to me by my mother, my father, the USMC in boot camp, the US Army, the US Navy, and my faith in Jesus Christ, my Savior. I always turn to Him and believe in and talk to Him. I pray daily and talk to Him like I would talk to my earthly father. I thank God every day that He chose me to be born, the son of that lovely lady, my mother, the saint. Christ brought me back from a violent and vicious war. He brought peace to my heart and soul. He gave a wonderful family, three sons, six grandsons, two granddaughters, four great-grandsons, and four great-granddaughters.
My Lord brought me through quadruple bypass surgery, prostate cancer twice, and more health issues brought on by Agent Orange. He guided me through the war, the devastating sights of the horror of war, and the death of so many friends.
I will always believe that we won the Vietnam War on the battlefield. They lost one and a half million VC and North Vietnamese; we lost fifty-eight thousand, and don't get me wrong--one American is too many. We would have lost far less if Washington, DC, had not played politics, allowing Charlie sanctuary, and continued bombing Haiphong Harbor, North Hanoi, and the Ho Chi Minh trail. No one defeated us in combat. Nobody, and I emphasize nobody. The honor, courage, and valor of the American military shone brightly. I will defend our troops until God takes my last breath. Let no one taint the actions or honor of my brave buddies. This book is a tribute to all the brave vets and the Living God, Jesus Christ.
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About the Author:
Born and raised in Detroit, Michigan, Ron is the 5th of 6 children born to Italia and Enrico Zuccaro, Italian immigrants who became United States citizens. Ron attended Denby High School in Detroit, Michigan where he played both football and baseball. Continuing with his family s 70 year tradition of serving in the U.S. Armed Forces, Ron joined the Marines at the age of 17 and went on to serve in the U.S. Army. Ron left the U.S. Army briefly and then joined the Army Reserve. He was accepted to Officer Candidate School and turned it down volunteer to go to Vietnam. Three days later, he was on the U.S.N.S. General Pope headed to the Central Highlands. Ron has 3 sons, Ron, Tom and Joey; five grandsons, Richie, Tom Tom, Ronnie, Michael and Anthony; two great grandsons, Tom Tom Tom and Angelo, and a great granddaughter, Isabella, all of whom he loves dearly. Ron spends his days at his son s barbershop (Joey's Barbershop located in New Haven, MI) where he chats with the customers, especially the Vets!
Review:
This book is a must read for all Americans and anyone outside the United States of America who wants to learn what true patriotism is. Ron Zuccaro has an amazing story to share, he is inspirational and you will be thankful for all of the men and women who serve our great country. We should all read this book. You won't be able to put this book down and when you finish you'll be looking forward to hopefully his next book. --Nicole Maren
I used to watch Ron Martinelli wrestle on T.V. and at Cobo Arena when I was a boy. But I never knew about his military service, his accident, or faith in the Lord. Wow! What a life! When it hit me that I remembered who this man is and that these events were real life events, well, I was so amazed by this man! Hollywood actors play parts, but this man lived it! He didn't merely exist, this guy really LIVED life to the fullest!!! I am so inspired by his drive and zest for life that I am now making a list of things I want to do and accomplish. Great Book, Ron! I loved to cheer you on when you wrestled and I am cheering you on now. I want to thank you for your military service, and for sharing your life by writing this book. --Ron Sugar
As a member of a generation that can only read about Vietnam, hear stories about the roots of wrestling, and wonder what it would have been like to rise, fall, and rise again..... I was able to travel time and be in the passenger seat as Ron tells his story. If you like roller coasters, this one takes you on a wonderful ride of emotions. For the first time, I read a book and laughed, cried, smiled, weeped, and was motivated all at the same time. This wonderful story paints a picture that could only be depicted in one's wildest dreams and one that leaves you with a sense of...I can! YOU CAN with this man's story! --Michael J. Miller
I used to watch Ron Martinelli wrestle on T.V. and at Cobo Arena when I was a boy. But I never knew about his military service, his accident, or faith in the Lord. Wow! What a life! When it hit me that I remembered who this man is and that these events were real life events, well, I was so amazed by this man! Hollywood actors play parts, but this man lived it! He didn't merely exist, this guy really LIVED life to the fullest!!! I am so inspired by his drive and zest for life that I am now making a list of things I want to do and accomplish. Great Book, Ron! I loved to cheer you on when you wrestled and I am cheering you on now. I want to thank you for your military service, and for sharing your life by writing this book. --Ron Sugar
As a member of a generation that can only read about Vietnam, hear stories about the roots of wrestling, and wonder what it would have been like to rise, fall, and rise again..... I was able to travel time and be in the passenger seat as Ron tells his story. If you like roller coasters, this one takes you on a wonderful ride of emotions. For the first time, I read a book and laughed, cried, smiled, weeped, and was motivated all at the same time. This wonderful story paints a picture that could only be depicted in one's wildest dreams and one that leaves you with a sense of...I can! YOU CAN with this man's story! --Michael J. Miller
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- PublisherPage Publishing
- Publication date2017
- ISBN 10 1640825142
- ISBN 13 9781640825147
- BindingHardcover
- Number of pages158
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