Company A, First Battalion, Fifth Marines. Johnnie Clark is an American author and Vietnam Veteran, best known for his 1984 Vietnam War memoir Guns Up!. Many of his works fall into the genre of non-fiction military and contain a tough, no nonsense portrayal of combat, courage, and camaraderie.
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Johnnie Clark’s memoir, Guns Up!, offers a gripping and authentic glimpse into the Vietnam War, powerfully capturing the raw realities of combat, the strength of camaraderie, and the enduring spirit of those who served in Company A, First Battalion, Fifth Marines.
I read and reread Guns Up in high school. I’ve read many war books and it’s a great one. I am so glad to hear him on the podcast. I’ve wondered what happened to Johnnie Clark and thought of the book many times. Thanks for having him on Jocko. Thank you for writing about your life Johnnie .
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