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Heavy Pack, Rough Terrain

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Step into the poignant world of a soldier serving in Vietnam through the heartfelt letters of PFC Thomas Houston. Spanning the years 1970-1971, these candid correspondences to his parents offer an intimate glimpse into the life of a soldier navigating the dangers of war, the monotony of military routine, and the longing for home. Through his words, readers will experience the day-to-day challenges of jungle warfare, the brotherhood formed with fellow soldiers, and the moments of respite that sustained him in the face of uncertainty. His reflections on war, faith, and family paint a vivid portrait of resilience in the face of unimaginable hardship. Accompanied by insightful historical and cultural endnotes, Heavy Pack, Rough Terrain brings to life not only one soldier's experience but also the broader context of the Vietnam War during a pivotal time history. Perfect for readers interested in military history, personal memoirs, and the enduring human spirit, this collection is a powerful testament to the sacrifices made by those who served and the families who supported them from afar.

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"[This is] one of the best books I've read about the day-to-day life of an American servicemember in the Vietnam War[...] The 83 letters in the book add up to about as good a glimpse of what daily life was like for support people as you'll ever read[...] I especially recommend this book [...] to those who know only the Hollywood side of the Vietnam War." - Bill McCloud, The Vietnam Veterans Association "The letters are a remarkable combination of candor and relentless positivity[...] While the author's letters aren't literarily stylistic or philosophically original, they do offer an atypical alternative to more lugubrious accounts of the war[...] The author's daughter, Lynn, writes an equally tender introduction and afterword, which allows the reader to see beyond the time frame of the letters into the author's life following the war that "cast a long shadow over [her] childhood." Of course, there are so many collections of correspondence written during the Vietnam War that have made their way to publication, but this one is distinguished by its wholesome cheerfulness that somehow still resignedly accepts the harsh realities of war. A fresh, personal perspective on the Vietnam War." - Kirkus Reviews


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Product Details
  • ISBN-13: 9781944355555
  • Publisher: Formal Feeling Publishing
  • Publisher Imprint: Formal Feeling Publishing
  • Height: 229 mm
  • No of Pages: 196
  • Spine Width: 11 mm
  • Width: 152 mm
  • ISBN-10: 1944355553
  • Publisher Date: 03 Apr 2025
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Language: English
  • Returnable: Y
  • Weight: 317 gr


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