This book covers from August 25, 1966, through August 6, 1967.
Learning from them, having a volatile temper, and possessing a contempt for anyone who could not hack it explains why I did the Marine Corps, My Way!.
As you will see from reading the book the squad and fireteam leaders were the trainers of newbies in Vietnam.
In Vietnam I went from a newbie walking rear security to a trusted point man.
The training I received was excellent, but brutal.
During that Year I went from a high school kid to a seasoned combat veteran.
This book covers from August 25, 1966, through August 6, 1967