"John Wayne is the quintessential American icon. He embodied the definition of the American cowboy, soldier, and rugged individualist. Duke's extraordinary rise to fame-from hauling furniture around studio lots to becoming one of the most famous actors in the world-is chronicled in this handsome volume, complete with on-set and behind the scenes photographs"--Back cover
Where the Domino Fell recounts the history of American involvement in Vietnam from the end of World War II, clarifying the political aims, military strategy, and social and economic factors that contributed to the participants' actions. Provides an accessible, concise narrative history of the Vietnam conflict A new final chapter examines Vietnam through the lens of Oliver Stone’s films and opens up a discussion of the War in popular culture A chronology, a glossary, and a bibliography all serve as helpful reference points for students
A remarkable true story of adventure, betrayal and survival set in one of the world's most inhospitable places.