This book, a joint venture between University of Toledo Press and Palmetto Publishing, profiles ten American servicemembers who earned the Presidential Service Badge. Come face to face with the challenge that is part of supporting the Office of the President, through situations, large and small.

The stories that you will read speak to the stress, exhilaration and yes, even the humor, which comes with being connected to this "beating heart" of American Democracy.

"Simply put, these men and women represent the best of America, and I'm glad that this book gives you the opportunity to know them and to know their character as I do."

--- Gen. Charles C. Krulak (Ret.)

31st Commandant of the Marine Corps