The story of the Vietnam veteran and why these seemingly ordinary kids were motivated to the heights of courage and valor for no other reason than to come to the aid of a friend in need. What is worth remembering about the war is the warriors and how much they loved each other. These men would not trade their life for all the gold in the world, but they would leave a position of safety, ignor the danger to themselves and rush to the side of a fallen comrade in need for no other reason than to come to the aid of a friend. Only love can motivate men to selflessly risk their own life to help save a friend. This book will take you alongside a veteran on his personal journey to, through and home again from Vietnam in 1969. The book will make you laugh and sometimes cry as you are drawn into the narrative. The book is a tribute to the valor, honor and courage of the Vietnam soldier.