Vann embodied the optimism of post-World War II America.

Evidence

He manifested the faith and the optimism of post-World War II America that any challenge could be overcome by will and by the disciplined application of intellect, technology, money, and, when necessary, armed force. — Neil Sheehan, A Bright Shining Lie, 10

Categorization

• corroborated: 2 independent passages support this claim — Neil Sheehan, A Bright Shining Lie, 10
• XREF: connects to: Vann believed America had a duty to lead other nations. — Neil Sheehan, A Bright Shining Lie, 17

Broader Connections

• Vann believed America had a duty to lead other nations. #expands (0.70) — Neil Sheehan, A Bright Shining Lie, 17