Vann believes in total military victory from "summary" of A Bright and Shining Lie by Neil Sheehan
In Vann's mind, there was no room for half measures or compromises when it came to war. He firmly believed that the only acceptable outcome was total military victory. To him, anything less would be a betrayal of the soldiers who had sacrificed their lives on the battlefield. Vann's unwavering commitment to this principle drove his actions and decisions throughout his time in Vietnam. This belief in total military victory was not simply a strategic goal for Vann, but a deeply held conviction that shaped his approach to the war. He saw the conflict in Vietnam as a test of wills, where the side that was willing to go the furthest and fight the hardest would emerge victorious. For Vann, there was no room for doubt or hesitation in this regard. Vann's insistence on total military victory also reflected his larger worldview and sense of duty. He saw himself as a warrior in the classic mold, one who was willing to do whatever it to...
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