Papa Bravo Romeo - U.S. Navy Patrol Beats in Vietnam by Wynn Goldsmith
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, US 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.
This paperback book is in good condition with slight imperfections to the cover. Pages in good condition.
ISBN 10: 080411921X / ISBN 13: 9780804119214
Publisher: Ballantine Books
Publication Date: 2001
