We Were Soldiers (2002)
We Were Soldiers is a book-based movie adapted from "We Were Soldiers Once...And Young" by Harold G. Moore. This Action/History film is a direct adaptation, and its release date is March 1, 2002.
The Source Material
We Were Soldiers Once...And Young
Ia Drang-The Battle That Changed the War in Vietnam
by Harold G. Moore
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Overview
Each year, the Commandant of the U.S. Marine Corps selects one book that he believes is both relevant and timeless for reading by all Marines. The Commandant's choice for 1993 was We Were Soldiers Once . . . and Young. In November 1965, some 450 men of the 1st…
About The Movie
Description
The year is 1965 and America is at war with North Vietnam. Commanding the air cavalry is Lt. Col. Hal Moore (Gibson), a born leader committed to his troops. His target: the Ia Drang Valley, called "The Valley of Death." As Moore prepares for one of the most violent battles in U.S. history, he delivers a stirring promise to his soldiers and their families: "I will leave no man behind...dead or alive. We will all come home together."
Details
- Title
- We Were Soldiers
- Original Title
- We Were Soldiers
- Original Language
- EN
- Genres
- Action, History, War
- US Theatrical
- March 1, 2002 · Rated R