Publication Date: November 1, 2024
Swift Sword is a powerful true account of the Marines of Mike Company, who faced overwhelming odds in a brutal Vietnam War firefight. Based on 50 interviews with veterans and families, this award-winning book brings to life the courage, sacrifice, and brotherhood of those who fought for survival on a lone knoll in the Que Son Valley. It’s a vivid narrative that honors the memories of those who served and those who never returned, offering readers an immersive experience of the terror and valor of personal combat in Vietnam.
Almost a decade separates the two editions of Swift Sword by author Doyle Glass, but his passion for telling the stories of the Marines of Mike 3/5 in Vietnam on September 4, 1967, is evident.
Readers familiar with first-person accounts of war expect to read about death and destruction. However, there’s a big difference between reading a sanitized version versus actual quotations from eyewitnesses.
With maps, a glossary, and a set of references, the author establishes himself as credible. Add in the dozens of interviews he conducted, and the end result is painfully accurate.
Rather than a story highlighting a mighty victory, it showcases the brave young men who were under-equipped yet gave their lives for their country. Readers familiar with military lingo will appreciate the high level of detail.
Swift Sword memorializes a fateful day for the Marines of Mike 3/5 through the eyes of those who survived.
Doyle Glass is a historian and author known for his vivid, true accounts of military courage. His books, including Lions of Medina and Swift Sword, chronicle the harrowing experiences of Marines in Vietnam. Through meticulous research and firsthand interviews, Doyle brings history to life, honoring the bravery and sacrifice of those who fought. He resides in Dallas, Texas, where he continues to write and explore pivotal moments in history.
