Ron Kovic - Born On The Fourth of July (EN)

Ron Kovic's Born on the Fourth of July is a powerful and deeply personal memoir about his journey from an idealistic young man eager to serve his country to a paralyzed Vietnam War veteran and outspoken anti-war activist.

First published in 1976, the book recounts Kovic's experiences on the battlefield, the trauma of his devastating injury, and his struggles with the inadequate treatment of veterans upon his return home. His story became a defining voice in the anti-war movement and was later adapted into an Oscar-winning film directed by Oliver Stone, starring Tom Cruise. A raw and unflinching account of war and its consequences, Born on the Fourth of July remains a vital and moving testament to the cost of conflict.