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Through the Valley
My Captivity in Vietnam
Book • 2020
Through the Valley: My Captivity in Vietnam is a personal and historical account of William Reeder Jr.’s experiences as a prisoner of war during the Vietnam War. Reeder, a Cobra gunship pilot, was shot down on May 9, 1972, near Ben Het, Vietnam, and survived a crash that killed his copilot.
Despite severe injuries, he evaded capture for three days before being taken prisoner by the North Vietnamese.
The book chronicles his grueling forced march to Hanoi, his imprisonment in the infamous Hanoi Hilton, and the various forms of physical and psychological torture he endured.
Reeder’s narrative emphasizes themes of courage, hope, survival, and the profound human cost of war, making it a compelling read for those interested in war memoirs and historical accounts of the Vietnam War.
Despite severe injuries, he evaded capture for three days before being taken prisoner by the North Vietnamese.
The book chronicles his grueling forced march to Hanoi, his imprisonment in the infamous Hanoi Hilton, and the various forms of physical and psychological torture he endured.
Reeder’s narrative emphasizes themes of courage, hope, survival, and the profound human cost of war, making it a compelling read for those interested in war memoirs and historical accounts of the Vietnam War.
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Mentioned by Jocko Willink as Colonel Reeder's first book about his experience as a prisoner of war in Vietnam.
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469: Dangerous Secret Missions. With Army Col (Ret) Bill Reeder.
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Jocko Willink as Colonel Reeder's first book, detailing his combat experiences and captivity.
Jocko Willink as Colonel Reeder's first book, detailing his combat experiences and captivity.
342: The Incredible Events and Lessons From The Defense Of Charlie Hill, Vietnam.
