Across the Mekong: The True Story of an Air America Helicopter Pilot
| Author | : | |
| Rating | : | 4.15 (866 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0963960520 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 224 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 0000-00-00 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Across the Mekong is a vivid account of the author's two and a half years as a helicopter pilot for Air America. A must-read for anyone interested in the CIA's secret war involving Air America in Indo-china.. You will experience flight above rugged mountains, through rain-drenched tropical storms, and in areas of extreme danger due to the raging civil war. Through lifelike word pictures in the book you will be in the cockpit of the Sikorsky H-34 helicopter, flying over the war-torn country of Laos
james e. lee said real truth. Real truth is one of the rarest things that I have ever encountered.Charlie Davis is my best friend. That is because he is honest and truthful to a fault. He is also extremely intelligent, sensitive, and very articulate, in his homespun way. If you value absolute truth, that is what you will find in his book--no sugar-coating and no bull (that's another reason he is my friend).It is a very moving and satisfying experience to have a glimpse at the private thoughts of this wonderful man. Enjoy!. "very good book" according to David Finnegan. If you are interested in a well written book on the secret war in Laos, this is the best I have read. The author's descriptions of the country and the people,including the many hill tribes, are what holds your attention. I learned more about the CIA"s role in the wars of Indo-China, than in any book I have read. A real page-turner and I felt I was riding along with the author in his helicopter.. Air America Secrets Revealed! Michael B. Davis If you want to know what really happened in Laos during the Vietnam conflict from someone who was really there, this book is exactly what you need. A no-nonsense, naked account of a CIA pilot's wartime life, both in combat and off-duty. The real Air America, in vivid pictures and words, straight from the horses mouth.
-- Felix Smith, AuthorA very interesting and well written account of the involvement of Air America in the wars of Southeast Asia. His recently published book, is in a unique style and is full of humor and descriptive prose. His style and sense of detail, make an interesting and enjoyable read and will add to the readers knowledge of the secret war in Laos. "Across the Mekong" depicts missions transporting troops, supplies, and refugees, rescuing downed pilots, while describing the sometimes crude living conditions, fears, and hazards that the author experienced while flying for Air America. He has obviously spent years reading good literature. It's reflected in beautiful prose which he spices with self-deprecating humor, and the philosphy and figures of speach of his rural Tennessee roots. This book cast a brilliant light upon Air America's involvement. When Davis describes