The riveting, true-to-life account of survival, heroism and death in the elite Marine 3d Force Recon unit, one of one two Marine units to receive the Valorous Unit Citation during the Vietnam War. Doc Norton, leader of 3d Force Recon, recounts his team's experiences behind enemy lines during the tense patrols, sudden ambushes and acts of supreme sacrifice that occurred as they gathered valuable information about NVA operations right from the source.
The riveting, true-to-life account of survival, heroism and death in the elite Marine 3d Force Recon unit, one of one two Marine units to receive the ...
Searing . . . An inspiring story. "Publishers Weekly"
This is the . . . powerfully told story of an exceptionally determined human being. "Booklist"
On September 21, 1962, U.S. Marine Staff Sergeant Donald N. Hamblen s life changed forever . . .
During a routine parachute jump, strong winds drove Hamblen into high tension wires at the outskirts of Camp Pendleton, California. Doctors were astounded that he had survived, but five days later his leg had to be amputated five inches below the knee.
For most people, this would be the end of the story. Hamblen could have retired on...
Searing . . . An inspiring story. "Publishers Weekly"
This is the . . . powerfully told story of an exceptionally determined human being. "Book...
