Taking Fire
The True Story of a Decorated Chopper Pilot
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Corey M. Snow
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Nicknamed "Mini-Man" for his diminutive stature, a mere five-foot-three and 125 pounds in his flight boots, chopper pilot Ron Alexander proved to be a giant in the eyes of the men he rescued from the jungles and paddies of Vietnam. With an unswerving concern for every American soldier trapped by enemy fire, and a fearlessness that became legendary, Ron Alexander earned enough official praise to become the second most decorated helicopter pilot of the Vietnam era. Yet, for Ron, the real reward came from plucking his fellow soldiers from harm's way, giving them another chance to get home alive.
In Taking Fire, Alexander and acclaimed military writer Charles Sasser transport you right into the cramped cockpit of a Huey on patrol, offering a bird's eye view of the Vietnam conflict. Packed with riveting action and gritty "you-are-there" dialogue, this outstanding book celebrates the everyday heroism of the chopper pilots of Vietnam.
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- Micheál Scott
- 11-09-23
What a great book
I would say this is nearly up there with "Chickenhawk" maybe not as detailed as regarding the flight training etc but great all the same. Every good book has a good narrator & this is no exception. Top book all round
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- Alan Vickers
- 06-02-24
Astonishing story
A really enjoyable book. Great true story about very brave men. How did mini man never get hit?
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- Kindle Customer
- 24-02-24
Excellent insight from a Pilot’s perspective.
Excellent insight from a Pilot’s perspective and experience gained during his operation from his tour of the Vietnam War.
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- Damian Hutton
- 29-11-23
Most enjoyable audio book Excellent listen
Having listen to many books on the same subject I found this to be engaging, interesting and very enjoyable.
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- Kaye Jones
- 27-05-23
The best account of a huey pilots war I've heard!
This is a phenominal story from start to finish. The author's do a fantastic job.
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- Paul Gray
- 13-04-23
A superb listen
The bravery of these guys leaves me almost speechless. A good listen and their exploits should be an example to us all.
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- Amazon Customer
- 30-01-22
Superb book
Real life, real history and really worth the money. I totally recommend this book if you like Vietnam war events.
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- Su-Anne Lyons
- 15-06-23
Go Mini Man
Great book.
huge respect to all the brave boys who are sent to war.
We will not forget.
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- D. Hallsworth
- 17-12-23
Very good
Mini Man begins by seeking out the safest path through the Vietnam war.
Taking the inevitable diversions in his stride and returning home the most decorated helicopter pilot of the conflict.
Worth the time.
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- Mr. C. J. Phipps
- 24-11-23
Disappointing
I enjoyed the book, it seems rather hurried at the end, but was overall an enjoyable listen. Then I Googled it for pictures and discovered its a complete fiction.
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