Year of the Hawk

"Year of the Hawk" is a comprehensive military and political history of 1965, the pivotal first year of U.S. involvement in the Vietnam War. Authored by renowned military historian James A. Warren, the book examines the events, strategies, and mindsets of both sides during this crucial period, offering new insights into how a small nationalist movement outmaneuvered a superpower. It provides a detailed look at the early conflict while exploring the broader implications for American foreign policy and history.