Quiet Heroes
Quiet Heroes
"The extraordinary true story of a young athlete turned war veteran, and his journey through survival, speed, and self-discovery."
The War Years – Brotherhood in Chaos
Thrust into the chaos of the Vietnam War, Larry Burke chose the Navy—and found a different kind of team.
From life aboard a naval ship to harrowing missions in the jungle, Quiet Heroes captures the adrenaline, fear, and unbreakable brotherhood that defined a generation.
“The jungle was unforgiving. But we had each other.”
Racing to Remember – Life After War
Back home, the noise didn’t stop—it just changed.
For Larry, the roar of racecar engines replaced the echoes of war. Dirt tracks became therapy. Speed, his salvation.
“I raced to stay ahead of what I couldn’t leave behind.”
Full Circle – Love, Life, and the Open Road
Years later, fate—along with a loyal war buddy—brought Larry to Florida, where he found love, peace, and purpose.
Now with Darla and Darla the dog, he travels the country following sprint car races, still chasing life at full throttle.
“I never stopped moving forward. That’s the secret.”
Discover a story of grit, growth, and the quiet courage of one man’s journey through war, sport, and self-discovery.
Perfect for fans of military memoirs, motorsports, and stories of resilience.