Were You There? Vietnam Notes [Paperback]

Randy Cribbs (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 30, 2003

Randy Cribbs, 11th Cav VN 1966-67, dedicated this collection of poems and illustrations to his brothers in arms and their loved ones. The first of his many works in publication, it provides insight into the everyday experiences from the trip over through the tour and then home again. Veterans will find in these words old friends ...others will come away with a deeper understanding.

Editorial Reviews

Review

Everything in Randy Cribbs memory of Vietnam comes alive in his poetry: times of fear, love , realization.... --Peter T. Guina, Senior Writer St. Augustine Record, US Marines Vietnam 1967

Through this powerful and poignant memoir of a distant place and time, I was able to revisit my own experience --William N. Drake,Jr. Col, USA VN 1970-71

....reflects a deep understanding of war that reaches beyond the Vietnam experience to soldiers and families of now... --Lee Gentry, former unit commander 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment VN 1966-67

About the Author

Randy Cribbs, a native Floridian, returned to his old fascination St. Augustine after 30 years of traveling the world as a US Army officer. LtCol{Ret} Cribbs holds an undergraduate degree in Journalism from the University of Florida, graduate degrees from Pacific Lutheran and Jacksonville State Universities and is a graduate of the FBI National Academy. He resides in St. Augustine on the banks of the St. Johns River where he teaches and writes.

Product Details

• Paperback: 136 pages
• Publisher: OCRS, INC. (August 30, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0972579605
• ISBN-13: 978-0972579605
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.5 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,192,121 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)