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Summary: Very accurate and compelling history.
Review: As a fellow patrol leader in First Force, I am well aware of the topics and personnel Bill is profiling in this long-overdue work. First Force was an exceptional group of Marines, enlisted and officer alike. Bill has written an accurate and compelling history about this exceptional group of men who routinely accomplished what most units in Vietnam could never conceive of, must less execute. I am proud to have served alongside such outstanding Marines as Bill and those he discusses in this meaningful and insightful book.
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Summary: Dr. Bill Peter's is wrapped around himself...what nonsense!
Review: As a Force Recon Marine who was in Vietnam in 1969, I sure as hell don't recall running into any trees that were over 300 feet tall. It's the small facts that get in the way and make this book a complete wash. I think "Dr." Bill Peters is trying to get one last ride on the real wagon created by Marine writers like, Norton, Lee and Young. This is the same type of garbage as Caputo tried to capture.
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Summary: It's the real deal!
Review: As a former Force Recon Marine, I am proud that somebody has finally told the story the way it was. I served with many of the people in this book and I have to say that it has certainly been a long time since I had the honor to have worked with such fine people. There hasn't been a day since I left the Company that I have not thought about many of our missions, both good and bad. We were young and all charged up, but it cannot be denied that we were working at our highest potential and we fought to win, when our politicians really didn't know anything about the missions we were undertaking and still don't. RECON is another way to spell TEAM, something many people should learn more about. RECON ALL THE WAY!!!!!!!! Nice job Lt. PETERS. Give me a shout when you have the time. Formerly Sgt. Jim McKee, 1st Force Recon Company, 68-69. MUSK OX 6, OUT!
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Summary: BRAVO - Our story has been told!
Review: AS a member of 1st Force Recon's class of '69, I already knew what was coming next. Having said that, however, I could hardly wait to read the next sentence, paragraph, page and etc. Bill did a masterful job of capturing who we were and what we did and, most importantly, he really captured the bonding of "brothers" that took place. There are some minor embelishments for better reading but the characters are real and the action is true! The book screams for a TV series. Bill has wrestled with this tiger for many years; it is great to see him finally win his battle with his mind and his memories!
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Summary: Bravo!! - A superlative and extraordinary personal account
Review: Dr. Peters has captured the events and the mood of the era and puts your mind right there with the men and the teams as if you're eavesdropping on events as they unfold. A real pulse-raiser. Your heart and mind goes out to these brave men operated in daily in the "Into the Mouth of the Lion". A definite read for all genders who seriously want to know what those of us who served in Vietnam really experienced. Congratulations, Bill! I salute all of you. R. J. "Dick" Goda
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Summary: Captures the essence of men in combat
Review: Dr. Peters has correctly portrayed; the time, the situation, and the action, but most important he has done this without "Rambo" izing. The real heroes were all the enlisted men who, for reasons of space could not be personalized. However, the story is truly for all of them. Ric Miller
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Summary: Sunrise at Midnight
Review: Excellent book about the small recon teams of the marine corps. Highly skilled and trained these small groups of men served as recon elements deep inside enemy territory. They were always outnumbered and outgunned but played a vital role in intelligence gathering missions. I have read many books related to vietnam and rank this as one of the top books I have read.
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Summary: Sunrise at Midnight
Review: Excellent book about the small recon teams of the marine corps. Highly skilled and trained these small groups of men served as recon elements deep inside enemy territory. They were always outnumbered and outgunned but played a vital role in intelligence gathering missions. I have read many books related to vietnam and rank this as one of the top books I have read.
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Summary: VERY TENSE - LOTS OF ACTION
Review: For students of the Vietnam War, military history, or history generally, I highly recommend "First Force Recon Company: Sunrise at Midnight". This book transports the reader back in time, into the lives and the daring missions tasked to this elite Marine team. The author also provides insightful historical perspective by analyzing how the distant political and diplomatic actions had real, observable impact on the chances for survival of this team of Marines. It's interesting that the only negative review of this book comes from the only person who failed to give their name - but claimed to be a "Force Recon Marine who was in Vietnam in 1969". I suggest two likely possibilities: (1) this person is not what he or she claimed to be, and / or (2) they have some serious personal problems or agenda that leads them to criticize what is a first hand account of some of the most courageous and skillful Marines in the history of the Vietnam War. If this person can refute the basic accuracy of Bill Peters' book, let's see their book with verifiable facts. Was I there to verify the facts recounted in "Sunrise at Midnight"? No. But the Recon Marines covered in this book can do so. How do I know this? As a lawyer for one the nation's leading companies, I report to General Counsel Lynn Lowder, who is highlighted in this book and is a recipient of the Purple Heart, Silver Star and Bronze Star. Lynn tells me that Bill Peters told it just the way it was. Given Lynn's integrity in the legal and corporate battlefield - I have no doubt that "Sunrise at Midnight" is a credible and accurate retelling of events. The First Force Recon Marines described in this book have continued to achieve at high levels during the past 30 years. They don't seek egocentric praise for their contributions; quite the opposite. This fine book is clearly written with humility, as a tribute of remembrance to the team - collectively. Hopefully, as time continues to pass, posterity will take note of their extraordinary courage in the face of terrifying adversity, faithfully responding to their nation's call. This book helps us remember and remain grateful.
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Summary: Read This Book -- You'll Be Glad That You Did!
Review: For students of the Vietnam War, military history, or history generally, I highly recommend "First Force Recon Company: Sunrise at Midnight". This book transports the reader back in time, into the lives and the daring missions tasked to this elite Marine team. The author also provides insightful historical perspective by analyzing how the distant political and diplomatic actions had real, observable impact on the chances for survival of this team of Marines. It's interesting that the only negative review of this book comes from the only person who failed to give their name - but claimed to be a "Force Recon Marine who was in Vietnam in 1969". I suggest two likely possibilities: (1) this person is not what he or she claimed to be, and / or (2) they have some serious personal problems or agenda that leads them to criticize what is a first hand account of some of the most courageous and skillful Marines in the history of the Vietnam War. If this person can refute the basic accuracy of Bill Peters' book, let's see their book with verifiable facts. Was I there to verify the facts recounted in "Sunrise at Midnight"? No. But the Recon Marines covered in this book can do so. How do I know this? As a lawyer for one the nation's leading companies, I report to General Counsel Lynn Lowder, who is highlighted in this book and is a recipient of the Purple Heart, Silver Star and Bronze Star. Lynn tells me that Bill Peters told it just the way it was. Given Lynn's integrity in the legal and corporate battlefield - I have no doubt that "Sunrise at Midnight" is a credible and accurate retelling of events. The First Force Recon Marines described in this book have continued to achieve at high levels during the past 30 years. They don't seek egocentric praise for their contributions; quite the opposite. This fine book is clearly written with humility, as a tribute of remembrance to the team - collectively. Hopefully, as time continues to pass, posterity will take note of their extraordinary courage in the face of terrifying adversity, faithfully responding to their nation's call. This book helps us remember and remain grateful.
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