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In Memory of Gary: A Journey into Swift Sword and the Scars of War
Recently, I was invited to help with a book launch unlike anything I usually cover, which typically revolves around expat life, off-grid living, Mexico, and medicinal herbs. Initially, I hesitated—this book about Vietnam didn’t seem like my usual read. But I had a Vietnam vet who touched my life profoundly, and that memory led me to give this book a chance. Gary, the stepfather of a friend of…
Swift Sword by Doyle Glass
I recently read Swift Sword, one of those unforgettable books that leaves a lasting impression. Doyle Glass tells the harrowing story of the Marines of Mike 3/5 during Operation Swift, a brutal 11-day engagement in the Vietnam War. Through extensive research—including forty-nine personal interviews with veterans, after-action reports, and a visit to Vietnam—Glass brings this historical moment to…
