J. A. Jackson 
From Mail to Mountain 

From Mail to Mountain is a detailed portrayal of the daily life of an Army private (author’s father) who served in World War II. The author used documented activities researched from company level daily reports along with stories his father told, to envision and develop dialogue between soldiers of the 86th Mountain Infantry Regiment, 10th Mountain Division as they engaged the German army in the North Apennines and Po River campaigns in Italy. From Mail to Mountain is interesting, riveting, and authentic. You won’t want to put it down until you’ve finished reading it!Highly acclaimed by military leaders and others!….. a story of grit, determination, humor, excitement, routine, and longing to be home. In sum, it’s the story of every soldier who has gone to war. John Jackson has done a great honor to every 10th Mountain Division soldier, past and present. – Lieutenant General (US Army, Retired) James M. Dubik, Ph D. Former Commander, 2nd Brigade, 10th Mountain Division…… with immense pride and honest appreciation, Jackson serves up a meticulously researched, factually grounded, and heartfelt tribute to both his dad and the soldiers with whom he served. – Colonel David R. Fabian, (US Army-Ret), Chief of Staff, Army Historical Foundation….. extremely well written and difficult to put down. – Colonel R. Dritlein (USAR-Ret.)….. I truly enjoyed reading your book. Those men of the greatest generation did more for this world then we can ever thank them for. This book helps capture that for future generations to understand each soldier has a story. – K. Alexander….. Excellent work, it’s a special talent to be able to paint a picture with words. Well done!! – J. Greene