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Code of honor

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I worked around Col.Dramesi, while I was stationed at Plattsburgh AFB, New York. I was fortunate enough to get an autographed copy of his book when it was first released. He was a living legend at Plattsburgh, and people were truly in awe of him. Thank you, Colonel Dramesi, for serving your country so honorably!

This is a well-written story of Col. Dramesi's two attempts to escape from a North Vietnamese POW camp, detailing the planning and execution. No other book I've read puts a person inside the mind of a POW as effectively. Col. Dramesi was my reporting official (supervisor's supervisor) at Plattsburgh AFB, NY, and his quiet manner belied the two Air Force Crosses represented in his ribbons, which he earned for these escape attempts. A very interesting man, and a fascinating book.

One of the most incredible books I have ever read. I had the honor of meeting Col. Dramesi at age 14 in Mt. Home AFB, Idaho. He and my father Col. David Reiner worked together flying F-111's. He has been and always will be an inspiration in my life. I have read this book countless times and over the years did countless book reports in school. Col. Dramesi is a hero's hero!

Col Dramesi tells a compelling story that needs to be heard. During the Viet-Nam war, hundreds of US servicemen were subjected to incredible physical and psychological tortures.

I was fortunate enough to work for Col Dramesi in the late 1970's and his true story of personal integrity in the face of overwhelming obstacles is an example of the triumph of the human spirit.

For those who have been fortunate enough to know this man, he exemplifies how the combination of personal integrity and self-discipline let him return with Honor after 7 years as an American POW

I had the distinct honor of serving under Colonel Dramesi after he became the Wing Commander of the 509 Bomb Wing (M), Pease AFB, NH. When I knew him at Pease AFB, Colonel Dramesi was a quiet man, but he deserved everyone's respect. His outstanding book recalls his captivity in the Hanoi Hilton and is, by far, the most descriptive of all books I have ever read about what these HEROES experienced. The book depicts his experiences of being shot down over Vietnam, an accurate description of the deplorable conditions in which he was forced to endure in Cell #6, his recollection of personal torture for literally 38 days in a row, his two escape attempts from the Hanoi Hilton, and the sorrowful loss of his friend Capt Ed Adderbury. Although I have somehow misplaced my copy of the book (I am looking for a replacement), I remember that Colonel Dramesi was, and always will be, worthy of the following statement: "Welcome Home American." A "must have" for anyone who wants to know the truth about our POW's in Vietnam. Colonel: You will never be forgotten!

I've read the book Code of Honor and found it to be absolutely amazing! Colonel Dramesi is a very brave man who has been through a lot in his life. I have had the opportunity to talk to him and learn of his feelings about the war and being imprisoned. I would recommend his book to anyone who wants to learn more about the Vietnam War and the prison camps in Hanoi.

Lt. John Dramesi was assigned to the 354th TFW at Myrtle Beach AFB,SC in 1958. We were on temp duty at Matagorda Bombing Range in TX. On take off in his F100 he hit a herd of deer. I forget how many. We painted the amount on his plane. His landing gear was crippled and he made an emergency landing at Foster AFB,TX. I was sent to repair the electrical damage. I read his book and am not suprised at his bravery. What a man. We had many of them at Myrtle Beach.The Maintenance men called him "THE DEER SLAYER" after that.

Lt. John Dramesi was assigned to the 354th TFW at Myrtle Beach AFB,SC in 1958. We were on temp duty at Matagorda Bombing Range in TX. On take off in his F100 he hit a herd of deer. I forget how many. We painted the amount on his plane. His landing gear was crippled and he made an emergency landing at Foster AFB,TX. I was sent to repair the electrical damage. I read his book and am not suprised at his bravery. What a man. We had many of them at Myrtle Beach.

The book Code of honor is an book fill with adventure, but it is also a piece of history. The descriptive writing of John A. Dramesi is exceptional from the pain and suffering of torture, to the intense rush of escape. The author, John A. Dramesi, brings the feeling home and shows the horrors of war. I for one I do not enjoy reading most books, but this book caught my attention and I actually enjoyed this book, because of it's intense and attention grabbing action. I strongly recommend people to read this book, not only is it interesting, but it's historical to.

I really enjoyed the book but the man himself was a little on the wacked side having worked for him at pease AFB