Bloodbath at Khe Sanh

Bloodbath at Khe Sanh
Author: Don Lomax
Publisher: Caliber Comics
Total Pages: 134
Release: 2017-04-13
Genre:
ISBN: 9781545366110

The acclaimed Vietnam Journal series from Don Lomax, nominated for a Harvey Award, is collected and presented as a series of graphic novels. Vietnam Journal is a look at the Vietnam War through the eyes of a war journalist, Scott 'Journal' Neithammer, as he chronicles the lives and events of soldiers on the front line during the Vietnam War. Creator Don Lomax based Vietnam Journal on his experiences on his tour of duty in Vietnam in the mid 1960's.In BOOK SIX, war correspondent Scott 'Journal' Neithammer arrives in Khe Sanh at the beginning of the bloody siege. American troops are completely isolated and under constant bombardment from North Vietnamese troops for over two months as the First Air Cavalry struggles to arrive on the scene to reinforce the exhausted Marines. The siege is ultimately broken as North Vietnamese troops withdraw with heavy American reinforcements on the way. But the aftermath signals a shift in U.S. policy and the Khe Sanh base is closed and dismantled. And in a surprise move to the American troops, President Johnson announces a restriction in bombing of North Vietnam. Aside from the Khe Sanh series, Book Six also includes two short stories, "Special Ops: Phoenix" and "Zippo Raid".Picked by Entertainment Weekly as "a graphic novel you should own" and recommended by the Military History Book Club, Vietnam Journal is written and drawn by Don Lomax, a Vietnam War veteran. Max Brooks (World War Z) names Vietnam Journal as one of his best war comic series. "Lomax bases his fictional work on his real experiences in Vietnam in 1966, with powerful results. It is Lomax's concern for average soldiers that, in the end, makes his work significant." - Publishers Weekly. "Even today, VIETNAM JOURNAL is one of the most gritty and brutally honest war stories ever published." - Brian Cronin, Comic Book Resources. "Vietnam Journal by Don Lomax is the best comic book portrayal of Vietnam I have ever read. Its probably one of the best works ever put down in any art form about the war." - Daniel Robert Epstein. "Vietnam Journal is a powerful work." - Marcia Allass, Sequential Tart. "A powerful collection of stories and history of the Vietnam War, created by a veteran of both the war and of war comics " - Douglas P. Dave, School Library Journal.

Vietnam Journal: Vol. 6 - Bloodbath at Khe Sanh

Vietnam Journal: Vol. 6 - Bloodbath at Khe Sanh
Author: Don Lomax
Publisher: Caliber Comics
Total Pages: 201
Release: 2021-04-29
Genre: Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN: 162978530X

The acclaimed Vietnam Journal comic book series from Don Lomax, nominated for a Harvey Award, is collected and presented as a series of graphic novels. Vietnam Journal is a look at the Vietnam War through the eyes of a war journalist, Scott 'Journal' Neithammer, as he chronicles the lives and events of soldiers on the front line during the Vietnam War. Creator Don Lomax based Vietnam Journal on his experiences on his tour of duty in Vietnam in the mid 1960's. In BOOK SIX, war correspondent Scott 'Journal' Neithammer arrives in Khe Sanh at the beginning of the bloody siege. American troops are completely isolated and under constant bombardment from North Vietnamese troops for over two months as the First Air Cavalry struggles to arrive on the scene to reinforce the exhausted Marines. The siege is ultimately broken as North Vietnamese troops withdraw with heavy American reinforcements on the way. But the aftermath signals a shift in U.S. policy and the Khe Sanh base is closed and dismantled. And in a surprise move to the American troops, President Johnson announces a restriction in bombing of North Vietnam. Aside from the Khe Sanh series, Book Six also includes two short stories titled "Special Ops: Phoenix" and "Zippo Raid". A Caliber Comics release.

Vietnam Journal - Book Six

Vietnam Journal - Book Six
Author: Don Lomax
Publisher: Caliber Comics
Total Pages: 134
Release: 2017-04-13
Genre: Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN: 9781635299670

The acclaimed Vietnam Journal series from Don Lomax, nominated for a Harvey Award, is collected and presented as a series of graphic novels. Vietnam Journal is a look at the Vietnam War through the eyes of a war journalist, Scott 'Journal' Neithammer, as he chronicles the lives and events of soldiers on the front line during the Vietnam War. Creator Don Lomax based Vietnam Journal on his experiences on his tour of duty in Vietnam in the mid 1960's. In BOOK SIX, war correspondent Scott 'Journal' Neithammer arrives in Khe Sanh at the beginning of the bloody siege. American troops are completely isolated and under constant bombardment from North Vietnamese troops for over two months as the First Air Cavalry struggles to arrive on the scene to reinforce the exhausted Marines. The siege is ultimately broken as North Vietnamese troops withdraw with heavy American reinforcements on the way. But the aftermath signals a shift in U.S. policy and the Khe Sanh base is closed and dismantled. And in a surprise move to the American troops, President Johnson announces a restriction in bombing of North Vietnam. Aside from the Khe Sanh series, Book Six also includes two short stories, "Special Ops: Phoenix" and "Zippo Raid." Picked by Entertainment Weekly as "a graphic novel you should own" and recommended by the Military History Book Club, Vietnam Journal is written and drawn by Don Lomax, a Vietnam War veteran. Max Brooks (World War Z) names Vietnam Journal as one of his best war comic series. "Lomax bases his fictional work on his real experiences in Vietnam in 1966, with powerful results. It is Lomax's concern for average soldiers that, in the end, makes his work significant." - Publishers Weekly. "Even today, VIETNAM JOURNAL is one of the most gritty and brutally honest war stories ever published." - Brian Cronin, Comic Book Resources. "Vietnam Journal by Don Lomax is the best comic book portrayal of Vietnam I have ever read. Its probably one of the best works ever put down in any art form about the war." - Daniel Robert Epstein. "Vietnam Journal is a powerful work." - Marcia Allass, Sequential Tart. "A powerful collection of stories and history of the Vietnam War, created by a veteran of both the war and of war comics " - Douglas P. Dave, School Library Journal.

Vietnam Journal: Bloodbath at Khe Sanh, Issue 2

Vietnam Journal: Bloodbath at Khe Sanh, Issue 2
Author: Don Lomax
Publisher:
Total Pages:
Release: 2015
Genre:
ISBN:

"The Last Patrol". Although the massive American base at Khe Sanh was under constant attack from all sides, there were skirmishes and individual battles that were smaller and became more personal as war correspondent 'Journal' discovers while on patrol with a group of US Marines.

Vietnam Journal: Bloodbath at Khe Sanh, Issue 1

Vietnam Journal: Bloodbath at Khe Sanh, Issue 1
Author: Don Lomax
Publisher:
Total Pages:
Release: 2015
Genre:
ISBN:

A mini-series set during the Vietnam Journal saga that centers on the Battle at Khe Sanh. "The Massacre of B Company". War correspondent Scott 'Journal' Neithammer arrives in Khe Sanh at the beginning of the bloody siege. American troops are completely isolated and under constant bombardment for over two months before North Vietnamese troops withdraw with heavy American reinforcements on the way and the siege would ultimately be broken. See why Max Brooks (World War Z) said Vietnam Journal was one of the 7 Best War Comics ever produced.

Vietnam Journal: Bloodbath at Khe Sanh

Vietnam Journal: Bloodbath at Khe Sanh
Author: Don Lomax
Publisher:
Total Pages:
Release: 2015
Genre:
ISBN:

The conclusion to the Bloodbath at Khe Sanh saga. "Sorry Charlie". Khe Sanh is protected and defended by US Marines but with terrible costs. The aftermath signifies a shift in US policy and the base is closed and dismantled. And in a surprise move to the American troops, President Johnson announces a restriction in bombing of North Vietnam.

Vietnam Journal

Vietnam Journal
Author: Don Lomax
Publisher: New Worlds
Total Pages: 202
Release: 2011
Genre: Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN: 9780982654965

The final chapter of the original Vietnam Journal series is concluded in this collection of the Apple Comic series. The battle of Khe Sanh was a bloody siege as American troops were isolated and under constant bombardment for over two months before the siege was finally broken. Also included in this collection is the entire four issue series of High Shining Brass, the follow up to the original Vietnam Journal series. Creator Don Lomax has entrenched his Vietnam Journal as one of the most realistic graphic representations of the Vietnam War. Recommended by The Military Book Club and tabbed a "graphic novel you should own" by Entertainment Weekly, the Vietnam Journal series has proven to be both a fan and critical hit. "A powerful collection of stories and history of the Vietnam War." is what School Library Journal has to say about the series. Vietnam Journal will continue until all of the material is collected and Lomax has indicated that perhaps all new stories may be forthcoming.

Vietnam Journal: Bloodbath at Khe Sanh, Issue 3

Vietnam Journal: Bloodbath at Khe Sanh, Issue 3
Author: Don Lomax
Publisher:
Total Pages:
Release: 2015
Genre:
ISBN:

"77 Days in Hell!" The First Air Cavalry finally manages to arrive to reinforce the exhausted Marines at Khe Sanh. 'Journal' discovers that the number of reporters covering the Vietnam War is growing, perhaps because the media is sensing that it might soon be over.

Vietnam Journal: Series Two #6

Vietnam Journal: Series Two #6
Author: Don Lomax
Publisher: Caliber Comics
Total Pages: 28
Release: 2019-09-24
Genre: Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN: 1635292387

'Don Lomax's critically acclaimed Vietnam Journal series returns with all new stories. THIS ISSUE: "SISTER EMILY" - 'Journal', wounded by a stray bullet, is taken in by Sister Emile and the orphanage Nuns for treatment. 'Journal' and Lindsey form an instant attachment for the Nuns and the orphanage of ethnic Vietnamese children, caught in the middle of the warring factions, and tagged for annihilation by the brutal butcher of Cambodia, and new President, Lon Nol. Desperation and panic envelop the group of refugees in a wild race for the border and sanctuary in the home of their ancestors, South Vietnam. But they are not alone. There is someone watching over them. And with help from above, the innocent children have a chance to survive the desperate situation.

Vietnam Journal: Valley of Death #1

Vietnam Journal: Valley of Death #1
Author: Don Lomax
Publisher: Caliber Comics
Total Pages: 29
Release: 2015-09-24
Genre: Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN: 1632945215

The mini-series "Valley of Death" continues the acclaimed and awarding Vietnam Journal book saga. In "Blood Stripe" we are taken to the A Shau Valley near the Laotian border where creator, writer, and artist Don Lomax continues to chronicle an embedded journalist's eye-opening experiences of the events during the Vietnam War. The Vietnam Journal series has drawn raves and recommendations from Military Book Club, Entertainment Weekly, Library School Journal, and Publishers Weekly. Part 1 of 4.