Review of Deadly Waters: The Vietnam Naval War And Its Aftermath
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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.]
The book Deadly Waters: The Vietnam Naval War And Its Aftermath is an intriguing piece of fiction with most of its content from real live events. This book reveals some disturbing truths about the manipulation of Congressional Law by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. This manipulation deprived over 229,000 Vietnam Blue Navy Sailors of rightful compensation for sickness caused by Agent Orange. This book is definitely a must-read for all patriotic Americans who appreciate the work done by the men and women in uniform.
This book tells a story of Love, conflict and unfulfilled promises by America to the sailors it dispatched to the deadly and perilous Southeast Asia waters. The core of this piece is the story of Zachariah Martin, a young 17-year-old who lived in a rural Vermont family but left his home at such a young age to join the Navy in 1964. After a short time at the camp, he found himself sent with the ship to Vietnam. Zachariah found himself battling for his dear life alongside his compatriots, engaging in intense coastal and river warfare. In the process of time, Zachariah grew in rant and skill and became a fine seaman, gunner and helmsman. He navigated the perils of both the Viet Cong and the ocean without fear.
In spite of the elongated time away from home and distance, his affection towards his hometown sweetheart, Tally Goodwin, remained broken. Matter of fact it flourished. Unsurprisingly, he returned home and married her off without thinking twice. However, this fairy tale began to experience certain challenges accompanied by marriages. But more predominant was Zachariah’s illness caused by his exposure to toxic defoliants, Agent Orange, during his time in Vietnam.
To their utmost surprise, they find out that although Zack was back from Vietnam, he still had some war of his own to fight as the institution set up to help him medically with his illness was not forthcoming with adequate supplies. Unknown to Zack and those he served with, the Veterans Administration was laden with men with no regard for servicemen. Zack, Tally and their 229,000 allies faced a battle that they never expected.
Unexpectedly, they find themselves in a horrific battle with an institution on which they had counted for medical assistance—an institution that, like many Americans, they felt would support all those who served their country honourably. Instead, they discover a terrifying truth: the Veterans Administration, far more vicious and heartless than anyone could have predicted, emerges as a powerful foe. It's a battle that Zack, Tally, and their 229,000 allies never expected.
I rate this book 4 out of 5 stars, there are no errors, the author did a decent job. On that note, I recommend this book to people who have an interest in history and servicemen's lives. "Deadly Waters" did a fine job of blending history, human passion, and servicemen's terrible reality. This book tells us that the willingness to press on until you win is possible in the midst of human cruelty and betrayal.
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Deadly Waters: The Vietnam Naval War And Its Aftermath
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The book Deadly Waters: The Vietnam Naval War And Its Aftermath is an intriguing piece of fiction with most of its content from real live events. This book reveals some disturbing truths about the manipulation of Congressional Law by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. This manipulation deprived over 229,000 Vietnam Blue Navy Sailors of rightful compensation for sickness caused by Agent Orange. This book is definitely a must-read for all patriotic Americans who appreciate the work done by the men and women in uniform.
This book tells a story of Love, conflict and unfulfilled promises by America to the sailors it dispatched to the deadly and perilous Southeast Asia waters. The core of this piece is the story of Zachariah Martin, a young 17-year-old who lived in a rural Vermont family but left his home at such a young age to join the Navy in 1964. After a short time at the camp, he found himself sent with the ship to Vietnam. Zachariah found himself battling for his dear life alongside his compatriots, engaging in intense coastal and river warfare. In the process of time, Zachariah grew in rant and skill and became a fine seaman, gunner and helmsman. He navigated the perils of both the Viet Cong and the ocean without fear.
In spite of the elongated time away from home and distance, his affection towards his hometown sweetheart, Tally Goodwin, remained broken. Matter of fact it flourished. Unsurprisingly, he returned home and married her off without thinking twice. However, this fairy tale began to experience certain challenges accompanied by marriages. But more predominant was Zachariah’s illness caused by his exposure to toxic defoliants, Agent Orange, during his time in Vietnam.
To their utmost surprise, they find out that although Zack was back from Vietnam, he still had some war of his own to fight as the institution set up to help him medically with his illness was not forthcoming with adequate supplies. Unknown to Zack and those he served with, the Veterans Administration was laden with men with no regard for servicemen. Zack, Tally and their 229,000 allies faced a battle that they never expected.
Unexpectedly, they find themselves in a horrific battle with an institution on which they had counted for medical assistance—an institution that, like many Americans, they felt would support all those who served their country honourably. Instead, they discover a terrifying truth: the Veterans Administration, far more vicious and heartless than anyone could have predicted, emerges as a powerful foe. It's a battle that Zack, Tally, and their 229,000 allies never expected.
I rate this book 4 out of 5 stars, there are no errors, the author did a decent job. On that note, I recommend this book to people who have an interest in history and servicemen's lives. "Deadly Waters" did a fine job of blending history, human passion, and servicemen's terrible reality. This book tells us that the willingness to press on until you win is possible in the midst of human cruelty and betrayal.
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Deadly Waters: The Vietnam Naval War And Its Aftermath
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon
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