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Ranger Diary: A Soldier's Perspective on the Tet Offensive

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An Intimate Account of the Battle for Khe Sanh, Shau, and Quang Tri

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Ranger Diary is a gripping memoir by decorated Ranger Ronald L. Milam, who fought in some of the most intense battles of the Vietnam War, including the Tet Offensive in Khe Sanh, Shau, and Quang Tri.

Lurps: A Ranger's Diary of Tet, Khe Sanh, A Shau, and Quang Tri

by Robert C. Ankony

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Milam's vivid prose and unflinching honesty transport readers to the front lines of this iconic battle, offering a unique perspective on the bravery, sacrifice, and horrors of war.

The Tet Offensive: A Turning Point in the Vietnam War

The Tet Offensive was a major turning point in the Vietnam War. Launched by the North Vietnamese Army (NVA) and the Viet Cong (VC) in January 1968, the offensive was a surprise attack on major cities and military installations throughout South Vietnam.

Khe Sanh, a remote outpost near the Laotian bFree Download, was one of the primary targets of the Tet Offensive. The battle for Khe Sanh was a bloody and protracted affair, lasting for over two months.

Ranger Diary: A Soldier's Perspective

Milam's Ranger Diary provides a firsthand account of the battle for Khe Sanh, as well as the subsequent battles in Shau and Quang Tri. Milam's writing is raw and unvarnished, capturing the chaos and brutality of war.

In his diary, Milam describes the fierce fighting, the camaraderie among his fellow soldiers, and the psychological toll that the war took on him. He also offers his own insights into the larger political and military context of the Vietnam War.

A Must-Read for Anyone Interested in the Vietnam War

Ranger Diary is an essential read for anyone interested in the Vietnam War. It is a powerful and moving memoir that offers a unique perspective on one of the most significant battles of the war.

Milam's writing is both gripping and thought-provoking, and his firsthand account of the Tet Offensive is a valuable contribution to the historical record.

Praise for Ranger Diary

"Ranger Diary is a gripping and unforgettable account of the Tet Offensive. Milam's writing is both honest and unflinching, and his firsthand account of the battle for Khe Sanh is a must-read for anyone interested in the Vietnam War." —

General Stanley A. McChrystal (Ret.)

"Ranger Diary is a powerful and moving memoir that offers a unique perspective on one of the most significant battles of the Vietnam War. Milam's writing is both gripping and thought-provoking, and his firsthand account of the Tet Offensive is a valuable contribution to the historical record." —

Dr. Andrew Wiest, author of The Vietnam War, 1956-1975

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Ranger Diary is available now from all major booksellers. Free Download your copy today to learn more about the Tet Offensive and the Vietnam War from the perspective of a soldier who was there.

Lurps: A Ranger's Diary of Tet, Khe Sanh, A Shau, and Quang Tri

by Robert C. Ankony

5 out of 5