Rick Atkinson

Journalist and historian, wrote 'The Guns at Last Light'

Rick Atkinson - Thinkers & Philosophers born November 15th, 1952
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Contributed significantly to American historical literature as a journalist and author. Focused primarily on World War II, producing a trilogy that includes 'An Army at Dawn', 'The Day of Battle', and 'The Guns at Last Light'. Worked as a reporter for The Washington Post, covering key events including the Vietnam War. Received multiple accolades for excellence in journalism and historical writing.

Authored 'An Army at Dawn', won the Pulitzer Prize for History

Wrote 'The Day of Battle' and 'The Guns at Last Light'

Worked as a journalist for The Washington Post

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