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One More Mission: Oliver North Returns to Vietnam
Controversial Vietnam war hero and author of Under Fire, Oliver North returns to Vietnam in an attempt to resolve his own sense of conflict about the war. North's deeply moving narrative chronicles an unforgettable journey to learn if it's possible for something good to come from a nation's epic tragedy.
280 pages, Hardcover
First published August 22, 1993
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September 4, 2023
“War is a taste of hell. And in hell the order and sanity that God created and intended is turned upside down” (205).
“All hurts can be healed, no matter how deep” (266).
It took me almost 3 months to finish this book, not because I didn’t enjoy it, but simply because I was reading other things. Oliver North is a good, Christian man, and I appreciate his desire to see Vietnam prosper and heal, as well as the American people who were so devastated due to The War.
“All hurts can be healed, no matter how deep” (266).
It took me almost 3 months to finish this book, not because I didn’t enjoy it, but simply because I was reading other things. Oliver North is a good, Christian man, and I appreciate his desire to see Vietnam prosper and heal, as well as the American people who were so devastated due to The War.
July 27, 2018
This is a great book for someone who grew up as I did under the cloud of the Vietnam War.
December 10, 2025
⭐️⭐️⭐️ A Powerful and Reflective Return to Vietnam
One More Mission is a moving and intense account that blends Oliver North’s memories as a Marine Corps officer with his return to Vietnam many years later. The military engagements he describes are powerful and overwhelming, and I remember being struck by the level of intensity he experienced during the war. His stories capture the danger, fear, and strain of combat in a way that stays with you long after you put the book down.
What makes the book even more meaningful is the journey he takes back to Vietnam. His meetings with Vietnamese soldiers and civilians add a deeply human element to the narrative. This part of the book focuses on coming to terms with the past, acknowledging the people who once fought against him, and trying to make peace with the memories that shaped him. It is emotional, personal, and far more reflective than I expected when I first read it.
I think the importance of this book lies in its message about forgiveness and reconciliation. It shows how vital it is to face the past honestly, especially when it involves war, loss, and trauma. In a world where the United States has been involved in so many conflicts over the last thirty years, this book still feels relevant. It is a reminder that healing requires understanding, humility, and a willingness to confront painful truths.
Overall, this is a strong and thoughtful book. It is a valuable read for anyone interested in military history, Vietnam, or the personal cost of war.
One More Mission is a moving and intense account that blends Oliver North’s memories as a Marine Corps officer with his return to Vietnam many years later. The military engagements he describes are powerful and overwhelming, and I remember being struck by the level of intensity he experienced during the war. His stories capture the danger, fear, and strain of combat in a way that stays with you long after you put the book down.
What makes the book even more meaningful is the journey he takes back to Vietnam. His meetings with Vietnamese soldiers and civilians add a deeply human element to the narrative. This part of the book focuses on coming to terms with the past, acknowledging the people who once fought against him, and trying to make peace with the memories that shaped him. It is emotional, personal, and far more reflective than I expected when I first read it.
I think the importance of this book lies in its message about forgiveness and reconciliation. It shows how vital it is to face the past honestly, especially when it involves war, loss, and trauma. In a world where the United States has been involved in so many conflicts over the last thirty years, this book still feels relevant. It is a reminder that healing requires understanding, humility, and a willingness to confront painful truths.
Overall, this is a strong and thoughtful book. It is a valuable read for anyone interested in military history, Vietnam, or the personal cost of war.
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