Raider (Mass Market Paperback)

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"Containing some of the best writing in the field...provides an electrifying glimpse into the dangerous life of a chopper pilot in Vietnam."--W.E.B. Griffin, Bestselling Author of the Corps Series on Taking Fire
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"Containing some of the best writing in the field...provides an electrifying glimpse into the dangerous life of a chopper pilot in Vietnam."--W.E.B. Griffin, Bestselling Author of the Corps Series on Taking Fire

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Product Details

• Mass Market Paperback: 336 pages
• Publisher: St. Martin's Paperbacks; 1st edition (July 14, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0312982496
• ISBN-13: 978-0312982492
• Product Dimensions: 6.8 x 4.2 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,435,536 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Raider but not a barbarian!, March 2, 2004

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Galen Kittleson's uncanny ability to see the enemy first and valor under fire behind enemy lines are legend. I just finished his biography and am thankful for his service to his country. Through Charles Sasser's words the persona of Kittleson is clear and his humility is reminiscent of medal of honor recipients.

I gained insight into the horrific conditions of our prisoners of WWII (especially Baatan) and Viet Nam (Son Tay and Hanoi Hilton) and the bravery of men like Galen Kittleson who dared try to return them home. De Opresso Liber. Thank you Command Sargeant Major Kittleson. You are the epitome of a Special Forces Quiet Professional.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars CSM Galen Kettleson, May 8, 2006

By	Alamo Scouts (Charles City, Iowa) - See all my reviews

Galen Kettleson is the most courages person that has inspired many people though out his life. Reading this book has given me a much higher respect for this man. Kettleson has been a friend of my family for close to thirty years, on May 4th 2006, Galen passed away. We have lost a true American Hero. ALAMO ALL THE WAY

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Refreshing, May 30, 2009

By	Lodge2 (Texas) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Raider (Paperback)

Galen Kittleson lived an honorable life and participated in some amazing military operations. His story is well told and does not portray him as larger than life. He comes across as the consummate quiet professional.

Excellent insight into POW rescue operations during WWII and Vietnam. A quick and easy book to read.