Victor Six: The Saga of America's Youngest, Most Decorated Officer in Vietnam

by David Christian, William Hoffer

Book by David Christian, William Hoffer

256 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1990

About the author

David A. Christian shared his story from his heart of a soldier, fighting for democracy and the stigma of a Vietnam Veteran in a Social War. He was commissioned as a Lieutenant at 18 years of age. His Officer Efficiency Report includes this comment "This officer showed outstanding qualities as a combat leader with the Battalion Reconnaissance Platoon. Because of his personal leadership, courage and willingness to “set the example”, his platoon was the most successful unit in the battalion.” David's service to his country continued as he is a Veterans Advocate, Politician, Businessman, Ambassador and International Business Expert.

Reviews

[Ed · Rating 4 out of 5]

An interesting read about a fascinating man. Tremendously insightful into the Vietnam Conflict and its aftermath, particularly the plight of the soldiers. The reader cannot help but put down this book with an overwhelming sadness for those who fought and gave so much, but came home to so very little.

Christian's story is nearly unfathomable.
A man of unparalleled bravery and smarts.
He clearly understood people and was a fast learner.
Many of the anecdotes may seem foolhardy, but always principled.

Worth a read for anyone interested in American history, military history, or leadership.

[Phil Teves · Rating 5 out of 5]

Well written history of Dave’s exploits. Highly recommended

[Van Pham · Rating 4 out of 5]

Nam Conflict has obiviously been long known for the controversial American involvement.
The book, partially, provides largely unseen sides in which a combat Chinese soldier disguising as A VC was witnessed. This has ignited the fact that China also engaged the war.
The fighting has vividly been told. Literally, any casualties suffered by shit-burners are quite common to any Allies ground fighting forces.
Additionally, the post-war period spent by the elites soldier may probably touch readers. The later part gave a historically genuine description on how Vietnam veterans had had to struggle readjusting the community.