Combat Talons in Vietnam: Recovering a Covert Special Ops Crew

"Combat Talons in Vietnam" offers a detailed, insider’s account of the first deployment of C-130 aircraft during the Vietnam War, focusing on a classified nighttime mission and its long-lasting aftermath. The author, John Gargus, chronicles his investigation into the missing aircraft and the eventual discovery of its wreckage, revealing insights into wartime operations, crew experiences, and the quest for answers that spanned three decades. The narrative provides a compelling look at both the personal stories of those involved and the broader history of special operations aviation.