Tiger the LURP Dog
Book description
A landmark novel of the Vietnam War
The men of the Long-Range Reconnaissance Patrol - Stagg, Wolverine, Mopar, Marvel Kim, and Gonzales - are commando-style soldiers, called “Lurps” for short. Five men, completely dependent on one another. Proud to the point of arrogance. They’re joined by Tiger, their mascot: a…
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1 author picked Tiger the LURP Dog as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
By far the best novel on LRRPs in Vietnam, and perhaps the best fiction to come out of the war. Highly decorated Miller extended his tour three times with F Company 58th Infantry (LRP) and L Company Rangers in order to “out guerrilla the guerilla.” Book awarded the Bernal Diaz Prize for military fiction.
From Michael's list on long range reconnaissance patrols and Rangers In The Vietnam War.
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