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Saving Bravo: The Greatest Rescue Mission in Navy SEAL History

Saving Bravo: The Greatest Rescue Mission in Navy SEAL History

byStephan Talty
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Virgil D. Gosch
4.0 out of 5 starsSad
Reviewed in the United States ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ on January 17, 2023
Reinforced my experience and belief that for those of us who served and for the many who still suffer today but most of all for those who will be with us only in our memory, it was a war that could have been avoided in 1946 and did not have to be fought just because the French failed to reestablish their Indo-China colony. A war where no matter how many AVANs died they fought in van under corrupt leadership. Our sacrifice was in vain because the brass could not relate to the realities or horrors of what was really happening over there.
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yyf926
2.0 out of 5 starsAmazing story, not so amazing retelling of it
Reviewed in the United States ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ on May 23, 2020
This rescue is one for the ages.

It came at great cost, in lives and treasure. It also showed the heart and determination of many members of all of armed services to save the lives downed airmen as well as of the airmen to persevere and help save themselves.

The retelling of the story sometimes gets tangled up in details or wanders down pathways that just end abruptly. It left this reader at first confused and then annoyed.

Don't get me wrong. I'm glad I know the story of BAT 21 but I think the material could have been handled better.

God bless America and those who serve and sacrifice for her. We can never repay the debt we owe for our freedoms.
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Virgil D. Gosch
4.0 out of 5 stars Sad
Reviewed in the United States ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ on January 17, 2023
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Reinforced my experience and belief that for those of us who served and for the many who still suffer today but most of all for those who will be with us only in our memory, it was a war that could have been avoided in 1946 and did not have to be fought just because the French failed to reestablish their Indo-China colony. A war where no matter how many AVANs died they fought in van under corrupt leadership. Our sacrifice was in vain because the brass could not relate to the realities or horrors of what was really happening over there.
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Amazon Customer don nelson
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing read !!!
Reviewed in the United States ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ on December 13, 2022
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I was amazed at the resilience of this aviator, and his will to survive. Also of the bravery and courage of his rescuers. This was a very good read.
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T. Olson
4.0 out of 5 stars More Viet Nam
Reviewed in the United States ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ on November 7, 2022
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Another example of the military mess in Vietnam. A well written compelling description of a harrowing rescue
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5.0 out of 5 stars Bat 21...the rest of the story
Reviewed in the United States ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ on November 21, 2022
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I have read Bat 21 and I have seen the movie.
This book tells the story behind the story
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Steve C
5.0 out of 5 stars A good read...
Reviewed in the United States ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ on October 18, 2022
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... although the title is a bit misleading. After having seen the movie starring Gene Hackman it was interesting to read about the real thing.
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Michael S Morse
5.0 out of 5 stars This is an incredible story of perseverance and courage.
Reviewed in the United States ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ on July 19, 2022
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This book demonstrates the individual and collective courage of so many people trying to rescue the downed pilot. The creative way they came up with a method to communicate where the pilot was to go was amazing. In the end, individual courage by the Navy SEAL and his South Vietnamese counterpart effected a rescue that needed to be done. Truly an amazing rescue by such brave and dedicated men.
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David Krynzel
5.0 out of 5 stars Fathers Day Gift
Reviewed in the United States ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ on July 22, 2022
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Thank you for the fast shipping, and the recommendation. This is a gift for my Dad. He should love this book. Fingers crossed!
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ddsreader
4.0 out of 5 stars Great War Story
Reviewed in the United States ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ on March 6, 2019
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The book is a refresher of the BAT 21 mission. It's told from different perspectives ranging from the airmen who were flying watch over downed flight navigator Hambleton's journey to freedom, Tom Norris, the Navy Seal who risked his life to save Hambleton, to the Vietnamese commando that worked with Norris. It also touches on the other downed airmen that were captured and held as POW's in their attempts to save Hambleton. Author Talty also touches on the lives of those lost trying to save Hambleton, and at times asks the question "Were those lost lives necessary in the course of saving just one man?" I thought that was a nice touch and gave a "human" feel to the story. Not just a blood n guts war story where everyone wins medals. Although Norris did get a Medal of Honor for this mission, it was for much more than just saving Hambleton. Overall the book was a good read. Anyone familiar with the story knows how it ends. If you don't know the BAT 21 mission history, pick it up, its a good read. If you do know it, and want a different point of view, it will hold your attention and maybe provide some info you weren't aware of.
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John S
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent true story of rescued Air Force officer in Vietnam
Reviewed in the United States ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ on April 15, 2021
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A very detailed but fast moving account of the rescue of Bat 21 who was shot down, surrounded by NVA, and finally rescued by a Navy SEAL. The officer had previously worked in top secret rocket defenses and the Air Force initiated a huge rescue operation to retrieve him and keep his secrets from the enemy. After losing a number of men when their plane and chopper was shot down the Air Force decided they couldn't risk any more men and craft to rescue him. A Marine officer decides to attempt the rescue and organizes an overland rescue by a Navy SEAL and South Vietnamese sea commandos and rangers. A great true story much better than the original Bat 21 version.
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Jeffrey J Parks
5.0 out of 5 stars A gripping account of true bravery, sacrifice, human failing and triumph.
Reviewed in the United States ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ on May 27, 2022
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Simply a true story of courage and sacrifice. An honor to all those that served. 5 stars for the story itself.
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