Ralf W. Zimmermann
Lieutenant Colonel, US Army (ret.)
Retired US Army Lieutenant Colonel and decorated armored combat veteran Ralf Zimmermann is an expert of both, US, German and other NATO military forces. He writes for military publications and often provides commentaries for radio and television. He is available for speaking engagements, consulting projects and to assist active military members, veterans, retirees and their families.
Zimm can be reached at r6zimm@earthlink.net
In his recent novel Brotherhood of Iron, he challenges the American reader to embark on a unique exploration of WWII through the eyes and the psyche of German soldiers and airmen. Were they really like the stupid Hollywood stereotypes, so much different from the British Tommy or the American GI? You will know the truth!
AWARDS/DECORATIONS: Bronze Star w/ V device (1), Defense Meritorious Service Medal (1), Army Meritorious Service Medal (5), Army Commendation Medal (4), Army Achievement Medal (4), Humanitarian Service Medal (1), Parachutist Badge, Joint Service Badge
1-68 Armor Iron Brotherhood
Battalion Cdr Zimm (middle)
May 2000