A real book about Swift Boats in Vietnam. Cdr Don Sheppard First hand experiences of a River Division commander. Includes Linebacker II and the Bassac River operations. The April 1972 offensive at Dong Ha and a marine's task of blowing up the Bridge across the Cua Viet river. For all of you who ever made a beer run to or flew out of Dong Ha.
Real life struggles and heroes.
It ends in 1975 as the Loran stations in Vietnam and Thailand close down. Excellent book detailing the Coast Guard's extensive involvement in Vietnam. Operations with Swift Boats are also covered. Excellent book and military history not previously documented for public consumption. It is illustrated with dozens of official and private photos, many never before published.