Vann's idealism clashed with the harsh realities of combat from "summary" of A Bright Shining Lie by Neil Sheehan
In the midst of the Vietnam War, John Paul Vann found himself confronted with a harsh truth - his idealistic visions clashed with the brutal realities of combat. Vann, a dedicated military advisor, believed in the power of American intervention to bring about positive change in Vietnam. He saw himself as a savior, a hero who could turn the tide of the war and bring freedom to the Vietnamese people. However, as Vann delved deeper into the conflict, he began to realize that his lofty ideals were no match for the grim truths he encountered on the battlefield. The war was not a simple struggle between good and evil, but a complex web of political intrigue, corruption, and violence. Vann's optimism was shattered as he witnessed the atrocities committed by both sides, the futility of the American military's eff...
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