"Duty, Honor, and Country" are no longer mere words, but a manner of life to many a fine person.

Rating: 10/10 (12 March 2002)

In a very timely and appropriate manner, Randall Wallace, in collaboration with Mel Gibson has once again (Bravehart) reinforced a deep and profound sense of "Duty, Honor, and Country" to the American people. This film depicts the very real idealism of some who served during the tumultuous Vietnam War, and their commitment to their oneness as a unit, as a cadre, and as brothers under fire. Not merely content to demonstrate this strength of being amongst combatants, this film shows with clarity and heart wrenching dignity, the steadfast love of the wives for their men who fought and for many, did not return. Truly an inspiring movie that does not glorify the concept of war, but the character of the men and women who are asked to engage an enemy on the battlefield and do so with unfailing devotion.