What are the main themes in 'Ride the Thunder: A Vietnam War Story'?

No, it's not. 'Ride the Thunder' is usually fictional, created for entertainment or to convey certain themes and messages.

One main theme is the disillusionment of the soldiers. They went to war with certain ideals, but the reality of the Vietnam War, with its unclear objectives and brutal conditions, often shattered those ideals.

One main theme is the loss of innocence. In many novels, like 'The Things They Carried', young soldiers go into the war full of idealism but come out shattered. The war strips them of their naivete.

Another theme is probably camaraderie. Soldiers in the war, from Wisconsin, would have formed strong bonds with their fellow soldiers. They depended on each other in the difficult and dangerous situations they faced. And also, the theme of change. The war would have brought about changes in the lives of those involved, from the soldiers themselves to their families and the wider Wisconsin community.

In many famous Vietnam War novels, the theme of the psychological trauma of the soldiers is key. They come back from the war with PTSD and other mental health issues, as shown in 'A Rumor of War'. The theme of the futility of war also exists. 'Dispatches' often conveys how the war seems to have no real purpose or end in sight. And the theme of brotherhood among the soldiers is there too. In 'Going After Cacciato', the relationships between the soldiers are complex yet important for their survival.

One possible theme could be survival. Just as the soldiers were trying to survive the war, the cat also had to endure the harsh conditions. Another theme might be the idea of finding comfort in the midst of chaos. The cat could have provided a sense of home or normalcy to those in Hue during the war.

The theme of cultural dislocation is also prominent. When they return from the war, they find it difficult to reintegrate into their native communities. Their war experiences have changed them, and they no longer fully belong in the world they left behind. This is often depicted through their interactions with family and friends who don't fully understand what they've been through.

One of the main themes is the horror of war. It shows the brutal battles, destruction, and the toll it took on soldiers. Another theme could be the impact on the Vietnamese people, both civilians and fighters.

Not knowing the specific Bobbi Vietnam War novel, but in many such novels, themes of camaraderie among soldiers are important. Men (and women in some cases) form strong bonds in the face of the horrors of war. Also, the theme of disillusionment with the military and political establishment is often present as soldiers start to question the purpose and conduct of the war.

The main themes in fiction related to the Vietnam War are usually centered around survival, loss, friendship, and the struggle to come to terms with the war's aftermath. They offer different perspectives on a significant historical event.