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We Were Soldiers Once … And Young. Published in 1992, New York Times Best Seller list. Highly regarded book that relates the story of the 1-7 Cavalry during the Battle of Ia Drang Valley, Vietnam, November 1965
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We Were Soldiers Once … And Young • Published in 1992, New York Times Best Seller list. • Highly regarded book that relates the story of the 1-7 Cavalry during the Battle of IaDrang Valley, Vietnam, November 1965 • Tremendous examples of Army leaders, how to train and take care of subordinates, and the challenges of military life. http://www.lzxray.com/overview.htm http://www.wtj.com/articles/xray/ • In 2002 it was developed into a movie staring Mel Gibson • Highly regarded, very accurate portrayal. • Great characterizations of the leaders and their action throughout the movie. http://www.imdb.com/video/screenplay/vi1257636633/ Also has some unique connections to The Citadel