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The Long Gray Line: The American Journey of West Point's Class of 1966

Rick Atkinson
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The Long Gray Line: The American Journey of West Point's Class of 1966

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1999

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Rick Atkinson

The Long Gray Line: The American Journey of West Point's Class of 1966

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1999
Book Details
Pages

608

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

West Point, New York • 1960s

Publication Year

1999

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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The Long Gray Line: The American Journey of West Point's Class of 1966 by Rick Atkinson chronicles the experiences of members of West Point's Class of 1966. The book follows their journey from cadets to soldiers, exploring their service in the Vietnam War and the subsequent impact on their lives, underscoring themes of duty, sacrifice, and camaraderie.

Informative

Melancholic

Nostalgic

Emotional

Reviews & Readership

4.4

4,201 ratings

86%

Loved it

11%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Rick Atkinson's The Long Gray Line offers a compelling narrative of West Point's Class of 1966, praised for its detailed storytelling and in-depth character development. Critics highlight its historical accuracy and emotional depth but note a slow pace at times. While comprehensive, some feel it could be more concise. Overall, it's a poignant exploration of America's military journey.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Long Gray Line: The American Journey of West Point's Class of 1966?

Readers interested in military history, personal stories of heroism, and the societal impacts of war would enjoy The Long Gray Line. Fans of Stephan Ambrose's Band of Brothers or Doris Kearns Goodwin's works would find its exploration of West Point's Class of 1966 compelling.

4.4

4,201 ratings

86%

Loved it

11%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

608

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

West Point, New York • 1960s

Publication Year

1999

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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