Uncertain Warriors: Lyndon Johnson and His Vietnam Advisors

by David M. Barrett

Book Overview

Lyndon Johnson, when it comes to his role in the Vietnam War, is popularly portrayed as an irrational "hawkish" leader who bullied his advisers and refused to solicit a wide range of opinions. that depiction, David Barrett argues, is simplistic and far from accurate.

In this book, Barrett contends that Johnson's insistence on secrecy, plus his colorful personality, have overshadowed his approach to policymaking and his consideration of a...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0700606319
• ISBN13: 9780700606313
• Release Date: October 1993
• Publisher: University Press of Kansas
• Length: 296 Pages
• Weight: 1.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.1" x 9.0"

Customer Reviews

Interesting view on vietnam

David Barrett's book is simple to understand. He gives you the facts of what influenced johnson to take the actions he did. I found it very informative.