Advance comment from Frances FitzGerald, author of “Fire In The Lake”

“This memoir by a former Marine foot soldier in the Vietnam war is a vivid account of that war as seen by a young man (old soldiers do not forget). It’s also a mature reflection on the responsibilities of soldiers in war, and those of American leaders in committing troops to armed conflict. It’s a moving and beautifully written book that shows exactly how bad decisions in Washington lead to bad decisions in the field — and tragedy for soldiers on the ground.” Frances FitzGerald, author of Fire In The Lake