Fear & Reality!

About the Book

FEAR & REALITY A Vietnam War Diary

The first person account of a U.S. Army Combat Military Policeman's experiences in the Central Highlands of South Vietnam from 1966 until 1967. The account of a struggle to implement the combined U. S. Military/ South Vietnamese Pacification Program while enforcing the Military Code of Conduct. Serving with units of the 101st Airborne and the 1st Cavalry Division of the US Army, the author found himself, at times, deep in the enemy territory. It is a story about the daily exertion required to survive the hostile jungle environment, punctuated by short bursts of intense fear, exhilaration, and death. The author experiences first hand the up-close and personal combat of guerrilla war.

It is also a story of a real test of faith and the search for understanding. The author displays vivid raw emotions as they occurred and which will never be forgotten.

A walk in reality to be enjoyed by everyone who wants to know what kind of war it was, and a chance to relate for my fellow veterans.

From the Author

I dedicate this recounting to all my brothers who served in Vietnam and did a job that seemed as thankless as any in our history as a Nation. It is offered as a rebuttal to all the popular novels depicting the American solider as a dishonorable lot. The truth is almost 3,000,000 men and women served in the Vietnam War and the vast overwhelming majority served their country honorably.

Latrell Bellard

About the Author

The Author returned from Vietnam in the Summer of 1967. As with many returning Vietnam Veterans he was faced with a country divided and confused. After many months of adjustment he started a career in the financial services arena. He spent most of his professional life as a commercial banker. In the latter stages of his banking career he held numerous officer titles including President, CEO, and Co-Chairman. The last fifteen years he has continued to offer financial services under the trade name of Financial Services Group. He now resides in Austin, Texas with his wife of 32 years. A recent reunion with his son has gained him two grandchildren.