A War of Logistics: Parachutes and Porters in Indochina, 1945–1954 (Foreign Military Studies)

A War of Logistics is a comprehensive and insightful study of the logistical aspects of the First Indochina War, providing readers with a detailed understanding of how logistics dominated every aspect of the conflict.

Charles R.

Shrader's meticulous examination of both French Union and Viet Minh logistical units during active conventional warfare sheds light on the critical role that logistics played in determining the outcome of the battle.

The book offers a highly committed network of soldiers and civilians, outfitted to accommodate the challenging terrain on which they fought, providing readers with valuable insights into the tactics employed by both sides.

With extensive research including declassified intelligence documents, reports from French participants, and accounts by Viet Minh leaders, A War of Logistics is a must-read for anyone studying the conflict between the North Vietnamese and the French Army in Indochina.