Dead Center
by Ed Kugler
"A Marine Sniper's Two-Year Odyssey in the Vietnam War"
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Dead Center by Ed Kugler
Details
War:
Vietnam War
Perspective:
Snipers
Military Unit:
US Marine Corps
True Story:
Yes
Biography:
No
Region:
Asia
Page Count:
386
Published Date:
1999
ISBN13:
9780804118750
Summary
Dead Center is Ed Kugler's firsthand account of his two years serving as a Marine scout sniper in Vietnam. The memoir chronicles his experiences from 1966 to 1968, detailing the intense psychological and physical demands of his role. Kugler describes the precision, patience, and isolation required of a sniper, along with the moral complexities of his mission. The book offers an unflinching look at combat operations, the bonds formed between Marines, and the lasting impact of war. It provides readers with an intimate perspective on one of the most dangerous jobs in the Vietnam War.
