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The Brotherhood of War series is a collection of historical military fiction novels spanning from World War II through the Vietnam War, focusing on the experiences of soldiers across various conflicts. Each book highlights the challenges and sacrifices of military personnel, emphasizing their roles in shaping American military history and confronting the complexities of warfare in different regions and eras. The series explores the evolution of military tactics, the bonds between soldiers, and the personal and professional growth of those who serve.

Books in this series

Ordered by first publication where known. The official numbering for this series is incomplete in our sources, so we don't show series numbers we can't verify.

  1. Cover of The Lieutenants

    The Lieutenants

    1982 · William E. Butterworth III

    They were the young ones, the bright ones, the ones with dreams, who answered the call from the Nazi-prowled wastes of North Africa to the bloody…

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  2. Cover of The Captains

    The Captains

    1982 · William E. Butterworth III

    It was more than an incident: a deadly assault across the 38th parallel, the Korean War. In the fear and frenzy of battle, those who had served with…

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  3. Cover of The Majors

    The Majors

    1983 · William E. Butterworth III

    An elite delegation of American soldiers is secretly sent to Vietnam to offer the French military assistance. The mission involves providing support…

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  4. Cover of The colonels

    The colonels

    1983 · William E. Butterworth III

    They were the professionals, toughened by combat in the mine-laden fields of Europe, in Korea, in Greece, and in Indochina. Now, in the twilight of a…

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  5. Cover of The Berets

    The Berets

    1985 · William E. Butterworth III

    This story follows a select group of American fighting men given punishing preparation unlike any the United States had provided before. They are…

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  6. Cover of The Generals

    The Generals

    1986 · William E. Butterworth III

    This book focuses on military leaders who made decisions shaping the outcome of battles and the fate of continents, from the landing at Normandy…

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  7. Cover of The new breed

    The new breed

    1987 · William E. Butterworth III

    Spanning combat from the jungles of Vietnam to battlefields in the African Congo, this book describes a new era of warfare and the young fighting men…

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  8. Cover of The aviators

    The aviators

    1988 · William E. Butterworth III

    It is 1964, and the Vietnam War has begun to escalate, demanding new weapons, tactics, and men who can use them. The United States Army must scramble…

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  9. Cover of Special ops

    Special ops

    2001 · William E. Butterworth III

    W.E.B. Griffin returns to the series that launched his career with a novel pitting a team of Special Forces warriors against the revolutionary Che…

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Frequently asked questions

What order should I read the Brotherhood of War books in?

Read them in publication order — the list above is sorted by first publication where known, starting with “The Lieutenants”.

How many books are in the Brotherhood of War series?

We list 9 books by William E. Butterworth III , published between 1982–2001.

Where can I buy the Brotherhood of War books?

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Reading order compiled from author/publisher guidance and verified bibliographic data. Spotted a wrong order, a missing book, or any other mistake? and we'll correct it.