Black Hawk Down: A Story of Modern War Reviews

Black Hawk Down, by Mark Bowden (1999) — Black Hawk Down, by Mark Bowden (1999) — Black Hawk Down is the story of a peacekeeping mission tasked on some valiant American troops, particularly members of the US Army Ranger task force and Delta Force. The lesson I learned from reading is the futility of the recent habit of US politicians putting troops in harm’s way without a clear mandate and commitment to win by the politicians. I just wish they would learn the lesson. — The story first appeared as a serial in the Philadelphia Inquirer, its… read full review »

Wow I was on the edge of my seat the entire movie...I feel they catured true emotions here and I think this happens more than we know...definately over 5 stars. When the helicopter went down...I knew they would be there until the end...we lost more lives to save a couple that is what true patriotism is all about..I can't guess how many real life soldiers have gone through this in real life war..This movie should be a requiset when solders are signing up to give their… read full review »