John B. (cwousn) - , reviewed on 8/18/2024 + 119 more book reviews

Well written narrative documenting the many futile attempts of the American Forces in Viet Nam to destroy the bridge at Thanh Hoa, called Dragon's Jaw. Plagued by weather, anti-aircraft fire, malfunctioning weaponry and political interference, attempts to destroy the bridge were ineffective for much of the Viet Nam conflict. It wasn't until the last years of the fighting that "smart bombs" were developed and supplied in sufficient quantities that the span was finally destroyed.

The book describes the losses in both men and equipment that resulted from the many attempts to destroy the target. The tenacity of both the US forces and of the North Vietnamese is described.

A book well worth reading for any history buffs.

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