Soldiering : Observations from Korea, Vietnam, and Safe Places

The recollections of a professional soldier, this memoir is a humorous and fascinating tale of a man who loved soldiering but not necessarily the organization in which he soldiered.

He offers the unique perspective of a member of the "silent generation," those who immediately followed World War II but find themselves often overlooked by historians and the media.

From 1952 through 1988, covering the ordinary rifleman's view in Korea to the Green Beret's war in Vietnam, Gole provides fascinating insight into the professional military at war and how these professionals relate to each other, both under great stress and during periods of decompression.

Containing a wealth of leadership lessons that will serve as an invaluable guide for junior NCOs and officers alike, this thoughtful warrior has also written a moving tribute to the brave soldiers with whom he served.

This book provides a fascinating look at the U.S. Army and its development over a span of thirty-five years.