"As a Tank Officer in East and West" is a captivating non-fiction book that documents the experiences of Richard Freiherr von Rosen during World War II. The author, a young officer in the armored troops, recounts his experiences from the beginning of the war to the decisive battles on the Eastern Front. The narrative begins with Hitler's Reichstag speech in September 1939 and follows Rosen's journey as he applies for an active officer career out of a sense of duty and the desire to prove himself. After intensive training, he is sent on various missions, including Operation Barbarossa and the significant tank battle at Stary Bychow. The book not only offers a personal insight into the military challenges but also into the psychological aspects of the war that shaped the author. With detailed descriptions and historical contexts, this work is a valuable resource for those interested in military history and the experiences of soldiers in World War II.