Last Men Out

By Bob Drury, Tom Clavin,

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The monsoon winds swirling up from the South China Sea had doubled in magnitude as Marine Staff Sergeant Mike Sullivan stood on the roof of the American Embassy, watching North Vietnamese artillery pound Saigon's airport. It was late in the afternoon of April 29, 1975, and for the past eight…

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A powerful and emotional tale, Last Men Out: The True Story of America's Final Hours in Vietnam recounts the harrowing bravery and sacrifice of a small group of Marines tasked with safeguarding the evacuation of Saigon. Written by Bob Drury and Tom Clavin, this gripping book offers a detailed and vivid account of the intense pressure, overwhelming odds, and unwavering determination that these men faced during the chaotic final days of America's involvement in Vietnam.

The authors paint a poignant picture, capturing the heavy weight of responsibility on the shoulders of these brave Marines as they fought to hold their…

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