Marine True Story Of Duty And Heroism In Vietnam

This is a true story of duty and heroism in Vietnam. It is a story of courage, sacrifice, and the unbreakable bond between Marines.

The story begins in 1965, when a young Marine named Lance Corporal John Basilone was sent to Vietnam. Basilone was a natural leader, and he quickly rose through the ranks. He was soon leading a platoon of Marines in some of the most dangerous fighting of the war.

Reluctant Warrior: A Marine's True Story of Duty and Heroism in Vietnam

by Michael C. Hodgins

4.4 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	3850 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	373 pages

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In September 1966, Basilone's platoon was attacked by a large force of North Vietnamese soldiers. Basilone and his men fought back bravely, but they were outnumbered and outgunned. Basilone was wounded several times, but he refused to give up. He continued to lead his men, and he eventually helped them to repel the attack.

Basilone's actions that day earned him the Medal of Honor, the highest award for valor in the United States military. He was the first Marine to receive the Medal of Honor in Vietnam.

Basilone's story is a reminder of the courage and sacrifice of the Marines who fought in Vietnam. It is a story that should never be forgotten.

In addition to Basilone's story, this book also includes the stories of other Marines who served in Vietnam. These stories are all inspiring examples of duty, heroism, and the unbreakable bond between Marines.

This book is a must-read for anyone who wants to learn more about the Vietnam War and the Marines who fought in it.

Excerpt from the book

"I was scared, but I knew I had to do my duty. I had to protect my Marines."

- Lance Corporal John Basilone

"We were outnumbered and outgunned, but we refused to give up. We fought back with everything we had."

- Sergeant John Canley

"The bond between Marines is unbreakable. We fought together, we bled together, and we died together."

- Colonel David Hackworth

Reviews

"This book is a powerful and moving tribute to the Marines who fought in Vietnam. It is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the true cost of war."

- General James Mattis

"This book is a powerful reminder of the courage and sacrifice of the Marines who fought in Vietnam. It is a story that should never be forgotten."

- Senator John McCain

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Reluctant Warrior: A Marine's True Story of Duty and Heroism in Vietnam

by Michael C. Hodgins

4.4 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	3850 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	373 pages

FREE