[Eric in the Ozarks]

My dad was an old China hand, having worked as a commercial pilot for CNAC and then as a civilian Hump pilot for the AAF in the CBI. He retired from government service in 1961 and until his death in 1966, counted almost daily our mistakes in this part of the world.
There was no shortage of sound, knowledgeable advice in SE Asia and, unlike the French and Brits, we were not in country to take away treasure. We sure left plenty, though.

[RobbyS]

I am reminded of Herman Wouk’s book,” The Winds of War.” and the way that FDR reach down into the ranks and found experiences officers to give him advise. Pug Henry was a composite of several such men. I wonder of Lyndon was capable of employing such men. He seemed to favor sycophants, guys like Bill Moyers.