Real Cav
| Author | : | |
| Rating | : | 4.27 (862 Votes) |
| Asin | : | B004H8FZR4 |
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| Number of Pages | : | 451 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2015-02-11 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
"A remarkable story of bravery!" according to Jasper's descendant. This is a "must read" for anyone interested in, or involved in, the Vietnam War. Col. Shrader writes from his own experience, and his is a remarkable record of service to the nation in a time when the nation almost tore itself apart over the war. His book recounts his combat experience as a decorated helicopter pilot and leader, and is written in a calm and understated way with a complete absence of personal pretension. For example, in the midst of his narrative o. Great Book! My dad was a Spec 5 crewchief and gunner during his time in Bon Songbought this for him to have. Great book! Thanks for your service, Mr. Shrader.. Reach For Life herocious A lot is going on in this first-person account of Vietnam from the POV of a dedicated helicopter pilot. The description is direct. There is no beating the bush. While there is a certain mission at hand that requires decisive action that is, at times, hard to relate to for a civilian who has never seen war firsthand or directly participated in battle, there is also a certain strength for life by the end, a positivity that serves as a golden reminder. Col Lynn Shrad
A story of the C Troop, 1st Squadron, 9th U.S. Cavalry Regiment, of the 1st Cavalry Division in Vietnam and the recollections of an Air Cavalry man in Vietnam. The 1st Squadron was a unique fighting organization, called the "Real Cav." They served as the eyes and ears of the 1st Air Cavalry Division as their reconnaissance squadron.