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Remember the Alamo: A Sentry Dog Handler's View of Vietnam from the Perimeter of Phan Rang Air Base

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I was at Phan Rang for part of the time Carl Adams was there. His book comes across as the Real McCoy. Vietnam airbases get very little coverage, and it was delightful to discover Carl's book. I bought one copy for me and a copy for another PRABite. I worked with the dog handlers on a few occasions and vividly recall the dog's interest in devouring me as we rode along in the same jeep in the "Juliet" sector. It's a toss-up as to which was the worst threat...the dog...or sitting inside a canary yellow flood-light cart out on the perimeter at night, trying to keep it running. Carl writes well and illuminates an aspect of the Vietnam experience that doesnt get the credit it deserves...the Air Force Security Police.

I spent four years handling a sentry dog, (67-71.) One year in Thailand. The book was a good read, interesting and brought back a bunch of memories.Well worth the money. Good job, Carl.

This book is written in a conversational and easy to read style that practically pulls you into the the events described. Any one who was in Vietnam during the war, was a military dog handler of any kind, or is just interested in the recent U.S. or military history will love this work. You will travel with the author through part of his military tour, laugh, cry and sweat with him, and maybe, finally understand what it was like to be in southeast Asia in the sixties and early seventies. A wonderful and entertaining factual account.

This is a great book. I was not K-9 but stationed at Phag Rang AB May 70 - 71 with the 35th SPS, Panther Flight. Carl did a great job writing this book. God Bless K-9 !!!