Platoon Leader
Platoon Leader by James R. McDonough is a remarkable memoir published by Presidio in 1996, offering an insightful look into small-unit leadership during the Vietnam War. This New Ed edition spans 195 pages and is presented in English. McDonough shares his experiences as a young soldier commanding a U.S. platoon involved in the ‘strategic hamlet’ program, providing a detailed account that captures the complexities of combat and leadership.
Readers will find a narrative that emphasizes the intricacies of command under fire, focusing on the people and incidents that shape a soldier’s experience. The memoir delves into themes of military life and the Vietnam War, offering a visceral understanding of the challenges faced by those in combat. McDonough’s lean writing style and attention to detail create a vivid portrayal of his journey, making it a significant contribution to the literature on military biography and history.
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A remarkable memoir of small-unit leadership and the coming of age of a young soldier in combat in Vietnam.’
“Using a lean style and a sense of pacing drawn from the tautest of novels, McDonough has produced a gripping account of his first command, a U.S. platoon taking part in the ‘strategic hamlet’ program. . . . Rather than present a potpourri of combat yarns. . . McDonough has focused a seasoned storyteller’s eye on the details, people, and incidents that best communicate a visceral feel of command under fire. . . . For the author’s honesty and literary craftsmanship, Platoon Leader seems destined to be read for a long time by second lieutenants trying to prepare for the future, veterans trying to remember the past, and civilians trying to understand what the profession of arms is all about.”-“Army Times”
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