Machete Squad

Brent Dulak, a U.S. Army medic, is in charge of a team of soldiers patched up the wounded at a remote outpost in Kandahar Province, the birthplace of the Taliban. He is haunted by the memories of his two tours in Iraq and burnt out on soldiering, and wants to drink to self-destructive excess and have meaningless sex with questionable women. Machete Squad is the story of a soldier trying to keep people alive as America's longest war rages all around him.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 160 pages
\n Publication date: 15 September 2018
\n Publisher: Naval Institute Press
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Brent Dulak, a U.S. Army medic, finds himself haunted by the memories of his two tours in Iraq, feeling burnt out and disillusioned with soldiering. Seeking escape from his past, he desires to indulge in self-destructive excess and engage in meaningless sex with questionable women. However, his responsibilities as a recently promoted sergeant, in charge of a team of soldiers tasked with patching up wounded soldiers at a remote outpost, weigh heavily on his conscience. The outpost is located in Kandahar Province, a birthplace of the Taliban and a hotbed of motivated insurgents, questionable local allies, and countless dangers. Dulak's journey is brutally honest and darkly funny, portraying a soldier's struggle to keep people alive amidst America's longest war. He must navigate the complexities of his role, caring for his men and their patients while questioning his own abilities and sometimes doubting his sanity.

The outpost in Kandahar Province is a challenging and dangerous environment. Dulak and his team face constant threats from the Taliban and their allies, who are determined to disrupt American forces' plans to hand over control to the Afghan forces. The soldiers must be vigilant and adaptable, constantly improvising and adapting to the changing situation on the ground.

Despite the challenges, Dulak remains committed to his mission. He values the lives of his men and their patients and is determined to do everything in his power to ensure their safety and well-being. He must also navigate the complex dynamics of his team, balancing the needs of his soldiers with the demands of the mission.

Throughout his journey, Dulak encounters a range of characters, from fellow soldiers to local allies and patients. He forms relationships and bonds with them, but also faces conflicts and disagreements. His experiences in Iraq and Afghanistan have shaped him into a complex and nuanced character, who is both flawed and heroic.

Machete Squad is a powerful and thought-provoking novel that offers a glimpse into the lives of soldiers serving in Afghanistan. It is a testament to the bravery and resilience of those who serve in the military, and to the sacrifices they make to protect their country and its people. Dulak's journey is a reminder of the human cost of war, and of the importance of supporting and honoring those who serve.

\n Weight: 404g\n
Dimension: 168 x 259 x 15 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781682471005\n \n