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Vietnam War Heroes by Allan Zullo presents ten true stories of American soldiers who performed heroic acts during the Vietnam War in the 1960s and 1970s. The narratives follow individuals such as Lieutenant Hal Fritz, who led a platoon in a fierce ambush against two hundred North Vietnamese soldiers, and Major Patrick, a medical helicopter pilot who risked his life to rescue wounded troops under heavy fire. The book recounts the bravery, combat, and casualties of U.S. personnel in a hostile overseas setting, detailing specific battles and the severe injuries sustained by many of the soldiers.
Quick Summary
Meet young soldiers whose split-second decisions changed the course of battle and saved countless lives in the Vietnam War's most intense moments. Kids will be drawn into the raw, unfiltered stories of courage, where ordinary teens transformed into extraordinary heroes facing unimaginable challenges. If your kid loves the "I Survived" series but wants real history instead of fiction, they'll devour these ten powerful accounts. Perfect for readers ages 9-13 in grades four through eight.