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Warrior Two Six: A Vietnam Helicopter Pilot’s Story
A Vietnam helicopter pilot’s story. James E. Miller, Chief Warrant Officer (CW2), Aircraft Commander of Warrior Two Six, and recipient of the Army Commendation Medal and Distinguished Flying Cross takes you through his experiences from basic training to the dangerous skies of Vietnam. This story is enhanced with comments from his crew chief Don Johnson and gunner Steve Zanini. While other crews were rotating daily, the crew of Warrior Two Six stayed together for eight of their 12-month tour of duty. Forty-two years later, they had the chance of a lifetime to fly a completely restored Warrior 11, part of the same 336th Assault Helicopter Company they served with in Soc Trang.
236 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 5, 2023
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Displaying 1 - 4 of 4 reviews
July 7, 2024
A skilfully written and engaging Vietnam War memoir
The author writes clearly and effectively, in describing his experiences as a helicopter pilot during the Vietnam War in 1967-1968.
He doesn't spend half the book talking about every detail of basic training and flight school, but instead jumps right into things. Training and home life are mentioned, but only relevant and notable details.
After reading a number of other aircrew memoirs from this war, This one is unique in its brevity, and only seems to mention the especially poignant events. I don't doubt the author could tell us more, but he doesn't appear inclined to brag.
The author writes clearly and effectively, in describing his experiences as a helicopter pilot during the Vietnam War in 1967-1968.
He doesn't spend half the book talking about every detail of basic training and flight school, but instead jumps right into things. Training and home life are mentioned, but only relevant and notable details.
After reading a number of other aircrew memoirs from this war, This one is unique in its brevity, and only seems to mention the especially poignant events. I don't doubt the author could tell us more, but he doesn't appear inclined to brag.
September 15, 2024
very entertaining and enlightening story
Thank you for your service and for sharing your story. Those years were tumultous times for sure. Glad you made it home and with your crew.
Thank you for your service and for sharing your story. Those years were tumultous times for sure. Glad you made it home and with your crew.
March 17, 2025
Worth the read
This is a book that gets you through boot camp and OCS without the what must be pain and agony. Then on to Vietnam and what it's all about with no bragidero. Some interesting side notes from his crew an thankfully All made it home. Very good book.
This is a book that gets you through boot camp and OCS without the what must be pain and agony. Then on to Vietnam and what it's all about with no bragidero. Some interesting side notes from his crew an thankfully All made it home. Very good book.
February 4, 2025
very good book
Very insightful book would recommend it to all short and sweet thank you for your service to this country and your sacrifices
Very insightful book would recommend it to all short and sweet thank you for your service to this country and your sacrifices
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