"Spragg has crafted a book that will appeal and benefit an eclectic group of readers, including those with interests in World War II, big band and swing music, unsolved mysteries, and of course, Glenn Miller himself."—Military Review
“Spragg debunks a variety of conspiracy theories on Miller’s disappearance. . . . But even readers uninterested in conspiracy theories will be impressed with Miller’s extraordinary talent, remarkable work ethic, and commitment to music, the ‘kids,’ and his country.”—Richard Culyer, World War II Magazine
“A magnificent new look at [Glenn Miller’s] entire career, as well as a stunning conclusion about how he really went down in 1944’s most famous aerial missing person case. It’s not what you think, either!”—Blaine Taylor, Military Advisor
"This is an important book about a significant chapter in the life of Glenn Miller, one of the true giants of American popular music."—Joe Lang, NJ Jazz Society
"Spragg's account offers depth and closure to this long debated matter."—Rich Kienzle, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
"Glenn Miller Declassified will, of course, be of interest to scholars of military history and American music. But it is also an excellent resource for understanding broadcasting (both of music and spoke word) during World War II. Furthermore, Glenn Miller Declassified will be of interest to scholars of Iowa and the Midwest, as Miller was a native son of Iowa whose musical mind was shaped by the band culture of the interwar America heartland."—Annals of Iowa
"Readers who enjoy true-crime and mystery media—whether Netflix's "Making a Murderer," public radio's "Serial" or history-mysteries of any kind—will find plenty to keep the pages turning."—Clay Evans, Daily Camera
“Dennis Spragg not only brings Miller’s entire professional life and career into sharp focus; he artfully weaves together strands of military, aviation, political, and cultural history to produce what is sure to be the definitive biography of this dedicated patriot and gifted entertainer. Glenn Miller Declassified is a richly researched and wonderfully crafted work.”—Mark J. Conversino, deputy commandant and professor of strategy and security studies at the U.S. Air Force School of Advanced Air and Space Studies
“Glenn Miller Declassified is a remarkable feat of historical investigation, technical analysis, and cultural retrospective. Meticulously researched, the author provides the most compelling argument yet of what happened to one of America’s most influential musical figures.”—Col. Matthew M. Hurley, U.S. Air Force (Ret.), and former USAF and division chief, ISR Doctrine and Policy
“With great dedication Dennis Spragg has extensively researched the stories that have long circulated about the disappearance of our father’s plane during World War II. Finally, there is resolution to this long-standing mystery.”—Jonnie Miller Hoffman, daughter and surviving heir of Glenn Miller