Tadaram Maradas is a writer turned author from the San Francisco Bay Area. His real name is David Williams. He has had numerous accomplishments, and achievements over the years. Perhaps his most coveted is his Lifetime Membership in the Cambridge Whos who directory Honors Edition of Executives, Professionals and Entrepreneurs, which speaks for his achievements throughout his life series. This Autobiographical book is an attempt to bring some of those accomplishments and achievements into the persona of you, the reader.Hopefully, you the readers, are satisfied with the results and the outcome of the presented materials, in ' a Pictorial Memoir: 23 years in the Making.'

A Pictorial Memoir: 23 years in the making, is a reflection of the hard work and sacrifices faced by many young Americans who unselfishly don the uniform of the U.S. Armed Forces. Each one individually, and respectively has their own story. In this Memoir, I am grateful to have the opportunity to share my story with you the reader, in a Pictorial Memoir. As stated in its' title there is over 20 years of history and experiences contained in this Memoir. It has been accomplished, around the world over, to include The United States, The Central Asian States, The South Pacific, Europe, and The Middle East. It has come with great reward, sacrifice, loss, and healing, however, I have enjoyed it to the utmost. Some of the Photos depict graphic violence, as a result of Operational Contingencies in a combat zone, however most are a result of day to day Operations in a direct leadership environment, that I hope are pleasing to you the reader, and I hope that you enjoy this Memoir, as much as I enjoy sharing it with you. As you flip through this Memoir, I would like for you to keep uppermost in your mind, as I have throughout my career that: “ No One prays for Peace more than a soldier, because it is he that has to make the ultimate sacrifice.”

' A Pictorial Memoir: 23 years in the Making,' is one of Maradas's best efforts yet as a published author. He has attempted to deliver to you , the reader, an accurate account of the many experiences that he has had, during one of the most difficult , yet greatest times in his life series. He has dedicated this work to his daughters, Aerial Channa'e Williams & Masyn Sabrina Williams for their untiring efforts in understanding why, ' Daddy wasn't there,' during some of the most important times in their lives. Hopefully this work will fill some of the voids in their hearts and minds, and give them insight to their father who loves them dearly. ( )