Once An Eagle by Anton Myrer, published by Holt, Rinehart and Winston in 1968. This stated first edition is a classic of military fiction, following the careers of two very different army officers from WWI through WWII. The volume features a dark brown cloth-bound hardcover with gold-tone gilt lettering and decorative bands on the spine. A notable collector's item, this copy includes a previous owner's signature and date (Aug. 1968) on the front flyleaf. The interior pages remain clean and the binding is secure, making it a sturdy addition to any historical fiction or military history library.