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Review of Deadly Waters: The Vietnam Naval War And Its Aftermath
[Following is a volunteer review of "Deadly Waters: The Vietnam Naval War And Its Aftermath" by Randy Miller.]
Randy Miller is the author of the historical fiction book Deadly Waters: The Vietnam Naval War and Its Aftermath. It is based on true incidents that took place during the American-Vietnam War and affected over 200,000 men. The book examines how military experiences might cause someone to feel uneasy and afraid for the rest of their lives. It also demonstrates the commitment to duty and patriotism, as well as what the majority of men would do to defend their country. It depicts life before, during, and after serving in the Navy. It provides a comprehensive overview of the American Navy's participation in the conflict and the results that followed.
The Navy's involvement in the Vietnam War, from the first days of US entry to the last military departure, is expertly described by Miller in a way that is both thorough and compelling. He covers a range of topics related to naval warfare, such as carrier operations, mine warfare, and riverine operations. The narrative was portrayed from the viewpoint of 17-year-old Zack Martin, a Blue Water Navy sailor who leaves his family behind to join the navy and serve. Zack lives in rural Vermont. After boot camp, he is assigned to a destroyer, and shortly after that, he is sent to Vietnam. On land and at sea, he and his ship are engaged in a furious battle. Through practice, Martin develops into a skilled helmsman, gunner, and deck sailor. He manages to survive despite the perilous water and ongoing threats from the Viet Cong. Even while the horrors Zack and his comrades endure in war are terrible, worse obstacles still stand in their way. When Zack and a few of his friends return home, they begin to fall ill from exposure to the deadly biological weapon Agent Orange. Surprisingly, the Department of Veterans Affairs refuses to give them the rightful compensation, even though they have dedicated their entire lives to pursuing the American dream and going above and beyond the call of duty.
The cost of war in terms of human lives is one of the book's most powerful themes. The book does a fantastic job of highlighting the sacrifices made by the sailors and navy commanders who fought in Vietnam, as well as the effects of the conflict on their families and communities. As I read the very last pages of the book, I had goosebumps since it was such an intense read.
The book's vocabulary and nautical jargon made it difficult for me to grasp the storyline at first; as a result, I had to consult the glossary a few times, which slowed down my reading but didn't prevent me from comprehending.
I rated the book 4 out of 5 stars. The text is organized in a straightforward and organized manner. The book is broken down into two main sections: the first half goes into great depth about how the Navy got involved in the war, and the second section looks at how the war ended and what effects it had on the Navy. The reader may easily follow the timeline in the book and comprehend the sequence of events thanks to this arrangement. The book was exceptionally well-edited and error-free. I heartily recommend anyone who likes historical fiction to read this book.
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Deadly Waters: The Vietnam Naval War And Its Aftermath
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Randy Miller is the author of the historical fiction book Deadly Waters: The Vietnam Naval War and Its Aftermath. It is based on true incidents that took place during the American-Vietnam War and affected over 200,000 men. The book examines how military experiences might cause someone to feel uneasy and afraid for the rest of their lives. It also demonstrates the commitment to duty and patriotism, as well as what the majority of men would do to defend their country. It depicts life before, during, and after serving in the Navy. It provides a comprehensive overview of the American Navy's participation in the conflict and the results that followed.
The Navy's involvement in the Vietnam War, from the first days of US entry to the last military departure, is expertly described by Miller in a way that is both thorough and compelling. He covers a range of topics related to naval warfare, such as carrier operations, mine warfare, and riverine operations. The narrative was portrayed from the viewpoint of 17-year-old Zack Martin, a Blue Water Navy sailor who leaves his family behind to join the navy and serve. Zack lives in rural Vermont. After boot camp, he is assigned to a destroyer, and shortly after that, he is sent to Vietnam. On land and at sea, he and his ship are engaged in a furious battle. Through practice, Martin develops into a skilled helmsman, gunner, and deck sailor. He manages to survive despite the perilous water and ongoing threats from the Viet Cong. Even while the horrors Zack and his comrades endure in war are terrible, worse obstacles still stand in their way. When Zack and a few of his friends return home, they begin to fall ill from exposure to the deadly biological weapon Agent Orange. Surprisingly, the Department of Veterans Affairs refuses to give them the rightful compensation, even though they have dedicated their entire lives to pursuing the American dream and going above and beyond the call of duty.
The cost of war in terms of human lives is one of the book's most powerful themes. The book does a fantastic job of highlighting the sacrifices made by the sailors and navy commanders who fought in Vietnam, as well as the effects of the conflict on their families and communities. As I read the very last pages of the book, I had goosebumps since it was such an intense read.
The book's vocabulary and nautical jargon made it difficult for me to grasp the storyline at first; as a result, I had to consult the glossary a few times, which slowed down my reading but didn't prevent me from comprehending.
I rated the book 4 out of 5 stars. The text is organized in a straightforward and organized manner. The book is broken down into two main sections: the first half goes into great depth about how the Navy got involved in the war, and the second section looks at how the war ended and what effects it had on the Navy. The reader may easily follow the timeline in the book and comprehend the sequence of events thanks to this arrangement. The book was exceptionally well-edited and error-free. I heartily recommend anyone who likes historical fiction to read this book.
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Deadly Waters: The Vietnam Naval War And Its Aftermath
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