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Papa Bravo Romeo: U.S. Navy Patrol Boats at War in Vietnam

Papa Bravo Romeo: U.S. Navy Patrol Boats at War in Vietnam
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"Our mission was independent, no-holds-barred combat against a stubborn enemy in the enemy's backyard."Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â

In Vietnam, river warfare was often conducted in the dark. It was always dangerous, sometimes fatal--especially in the eastern end of the Cong-plagued Mekong Delta. In 1967, U.S. Navy Lt. Wynn Goldsmith was the "river rat" who led the first MK II PBR patrol boats in brutal combat.

It was a deadly business. These sailors, famous for their courage and combat effectiveness, faced sniper bullets, machine guns, and mines while searching sampans, patrolling treacherous enemy-controlled waterways like Ambush Alley, and rescuing crews from burning boats in the middle of firefights. During the Tet Offensive, Goldsmith's area saw some of the most hotly contested fighting in the entire Mekong Delta. This gripping account is a tribute to these brave men and their agony, sacrifice, and heroism.
Country USA
Brand Ballantine Books
Manufacturer Ballantine Books
Binding Mass Market Paperback
ReleaseDate 2001-01-02
UnitCount 1
EANs 9780804119214

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