Historical Biography
Date Published: April 14, 2022
Publisher: Palmetto Publishing
Abandoned in a foreign country at age thirteen, a gigolo before he was
sixteen, a freedom fighter against the Nazis in the Italian underground at
age twenty, and later a prisoner of war in Nazi Germany, Raul survived,
inspired by the memory of a young girl who was waiting for him in a new and
promising land that offered him love and endless opportunity. He survived
when many did not, and rose from nothing to a level of greatness most will
never achieve.
America is a land that was built by men like Raul. He stands as a shining
example of what one man can accomplish in a time of extreme difficulty and
against the odds, using his talents and his experience to overcome it all.
The power of love, determination, and intellect combined in a man like Raul
can bring success beyond what most of us ever see.
This is the inspirational true story of the life of Raul, based on Charles
LeRoy Hall’s long friendship with him before his passing. Most of the
details of his life came straight from Raul and his son, Gary, allowing the
author to fill in the blanks in some areas, as well as to change the
locations of some events to protect his legacy and his family. It is
history, romance, and biography in a powerful combination. Its universal
theme of love, success, and overcoming the odds to win will appeal to
readers who still believe in the power of a dream, as well as to students of
history, those old enough to remember the challenges of war and hard times,
and those who simply like a good story.
About the Author
Charles LeRoy Hall is a graduate of Concord University where he also
received an honorary Doctorate in 2017. Founder and CEO of a group of seven
financial service entities operating nationally, author and motivational
speaker, founder of several nonprofit organizations funding scholarships to
assist students of need in Appalachia, and along with his wife, founder of
Friends of Lucky Chucky Valentine, a nonprofit advocating animal
rights.
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