Vietnam Medal of Honor Heroes

Vietnam Medal of Honor Heroes

by Edward F. Murphy

"Expanded and Revised Edition"

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Vietnam Medal of Honor Heroes Book Details

War:

Vietnam War

Perspective:

Infantry

Military Unit:

US Army

True Story:

Yes

Biography:

Yes

Region:

Asia

Page Count:

354

Published Date:

2010

ISBN13:

9780307776174

Vietnam Medal of Honor Heroes Book Description

More than 100 compelling, true stories of personal heroism and valor– in a special expanded edition honoring courage in the face of war Here are dramatic accounts of the fearless actions that earned American soldiers in Vietnam our highest military distinction–the Medal of Honor. Edward F. Murphy, head of the Medal of Honor Historical Society, re-creates the heroic acts of individual soldiers from official documents, Medal of Honor citations, contemporary accounts, and, where possible, interviews with survivors. Complete with a list of all Vietnam Medal of Honor recipients, this book offers a unique perspective on the war–from the early days of U.S. involvement through the return home of the last soldiers. It pays a fitting tribute to these patriotic, selfless souls.