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We Were Soldiers Once... and Young : Ia Drang - the Battle That Changed the War in Vietnam by Joseph Galloway and Ha Moore (1992, Hardcover)

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Each year, the Commandant of the U.S. Marine Corps selects one book that he believes is both relevant and timeless for reading by all Marines. The Commandant's choice for 1993 was We Were Soldiers Once . . . and Young . In November 1965, some 450 men of the 1st Battalion, 7th Cavalry, under the command of Lt. Col. Hal Moore, were dropped by helicopter into a small clearing in the Ia Drang Valley. They were immediately surrounded by 2,000 North Vietnamese soldiers. Three days later, only two and a half miles away, a sister battalion was chopped to pieces. Together, these actions at the landing zones X-Ray and Albany constituted one of the most savage and significant battles of the Vietnam War. How these men persevered--sacrificed themselves for their comrades and never gave up--makes a vivid portrait of war at its most inspiring and devastating. General Moore and Joseph Galloway, the only journalist on the ground throughout the fighting, have interviewed hundreds of men who fought there, including the North Vietnamese commanders. This devastating account rises above the specific ordeal it chronicles to present a picture of men facing the ultimate challenge, dealing with it in ways they would have found unimaginable only a few hours earlier. It reveals to us, as rarely before, man's most heroic and horrendous endeavor.

Product Identifiers

Publisher
Random House
ISBN-10
0679411585
ISBN-13
9780679411581
eBay Product ID (ePID)
1378400

Product Key Features

Book Title
We Were Soldiers Once... and Young : IA Drang-The Battle That Changed the War in Vietnam
Number of Pages
432 Pages
Language
English
Topic
Modern / 20th Century, Military / Vietnam War, Military
Publication Year
1992
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Biography & Autobiography, History
Author
Harold G. Moore, Joseph L. Galloway
Format
Hardcover

Dimensions

Item Height
1.5 in
Item Weight
27.9 Oz, 25.6 Oz
Item Length
9.4 in
Item Width
6.2 in

Additional Product Features

Intended Audience
Trade
Dewey Edition
22
Reviews
"A GUT-WRENCHING ACCOUNT OF WHAT WAR IS REALLY ALL ABOUT, which should be 'must' reading for all Americans, especially those who have been led to believe that war is some kind of Nintendo game." GENERAL H. NORMAN SCHWARZKOPF "Hal Moore and Joe Galloway have captured the terror and exhilaration, the comradeship and self-sacrifice, the brutality and compassion that are the dark heart of war." NEIL SHEEHAN, author of A Bright Shining Lie "A powerful and epic story . . . This is the best account of infantry combat I have ever read, and the most significant book to come out of the Vietnam War." COLONEL DAVID HACKWORTH, author of the bestseller About Face From the Trade Paperback edition., "A GUT-WRENCHING ACCOUNT OF WHAT WAR IS REALLY ALL ABOUT, which should be 'must' reading for all Americans, especially those who have been led to believe that war is some kind of Nintendo game." GENERAL H. NORMAN SCHWARZKOPF "Hal Moore and Joe Galloway have captured the terror and exhilaration, the comradeship and self-sacrifice, the brutality and compassion that are the dark heart of war." NEIL SHEEHAN, author ofA Bright Shining Lie "A powerful and epic story . . . This is the best account of infantry combat I have ever read, and the most significant book to come out of the Vietnam War." COLONEL DAVID HACKWORTH, author of the bestsellerAbout Face From the Trade Paperback edition.
Lccn
92-053642
Dewey Decimal
959.7/043373
Age Level
Trade
Lc Classification Number
Ds557.8.I18m66 1992
Copyright Date
1992

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item 1 We Were Soldiers Once...and Young Ia Drang - The Battle That Format: Hardback
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item 2 We Were Soldiers Once And Young 1st Edition/1st Print By Harold G. Moore 1992
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5 out of 5 stars
by 252max06 Jun, 2024
I read this book years ago when it first came out then lost track of my copy. I wanted to “revisit” some of what was described without having to purch
I read this book years ago when it first came out then lost track of my copy. I wanted to “revisit” some of what was described without having to purchase a brand new one. This book is perfect. Excellent condition, hey, maybe it’s my old one, the price was right and I’m looking forward to reading again
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5 out of 5 stars
by harddog717 May, 2016
We Were Soliders Once And Young
Amazing book depicts the dedication,sacrifice and struggle our men in uniform are ask to endure for their country and how bravely they carry out their responsibilities. God Bless the 1st Cav and all the men in uniform who serve their country.
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5 out of 5 stars
by rihar-712029 Dec, 2023
great story and historically accurate.
It is very well written a probably the best account of the Vietnam war.
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5 out of 5 stars
by MUuOZ3AFQ8u@Del...02 Aug, 2010
We Were Soldiers One - and Young
True story of the Vietnam tragedy written by the Ernie Pyle of our era, Joe Galloway. Hal Moore, portrayed by Mel Gibson in the movie, was a bonafide legendary commander with unending love for his troops, respect for his enemy and uncommon valor on the battlefield. Galloway, a civilian war correspondent who never served in uniform was awarded the Bronze Star Medal for unprecedent bravery during the heaviest battle of the Vietnam War. The soldiers on both sides of the battle line deserve the admiration and respect of all warriors.
5 out of 5 stars
by us_kap808 Aug, 2018
Great History!!
The best and most compelling book on Vietnam Nam. Hal Moore and his once and young.
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5 out of 5 stars
by jasontshuff05 May, 2021
Great read
Gain a first hand account of a Soldier's reality from that time in the Vietnam War
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5 out of 5 stars
by urland57807 Nov, 2019
Young men fighting a battle for their lives
It’s a rare chronicle of events written from a first hand perspective.
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by pinsondes22 Jul, 2020
Important book
Explains the sacrifices made in Vietnam and at home.
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5 out of 5 stars
by sparky118602 Nov, 2021
Would recomend this to everyone who wants a great value Thanks
great condition like new
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5 out of 5 stars
by rubiorgv200927 Jun, 2019
Good book for the value.
The book is brand new.
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We Were Soldiers Once... and Young : Ia Drang - the Battle That Changed the War in Vietnam by Joseph Galloway and Ha Moore (1992, Hardcover)

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