Summary:
The book provides a detailed account of the covert operations conducted by the Studies and Observations Group (SOG) during the Vietnam War, focusing on the experiences of the author, a Green Beret, who participated in these high-risk missions. It offers an insider's perspective on the reconnaissance and direct-action missions aimed at disrupting the Ho Chi Minh trail and gathering intelligence behind enemy lines.
Key points:
1. Covert Operations: The book explores secret US operations during the Vietnam War, involving disruption, intelligence gathering, and sabotage.
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