I have read numerous books where the main thesis was related to the combat of those who lived the nightmare. Most were authored by novice writers who trudged along the usual story line starting with their formative years, through horrific battles and finally ending with painful recollections and memories. Sebastian Junger’s “War” was a compelling and exceptional endeavor and one I had difficulty putting down. While reading the many descriptions and accounts of the individual soldiers I found myself going back to that time, long ago of the Siege (1968) of the United States Marine Corps Combat Base of Khe Sanh in what was then the country of South Vietnam. The descriptions of the personal deprivation, pain and suffering by these Soldiers were similar to those of the Marines at Khe Sanh. “War” is a new book about a new war but tells a timeworn story of perseverance, heroics and sacrifice by a handful of young men facing overwhelming odds who care deeply for each other. Junger’s “War” was a focused, intelligent, literate and compelling read.