18 entries.
wrote on December 9, 2021
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The Unfiltered Truth From a True American Hero. As a two time combat Veteran myself, our country lauded our efforts, unlike what they did for John and other Viet Nam Vets. After 30 years, John tells his story and tells it well. I have never read a book like this, that tells the truth about the sacrifices these warriors made, in spite of poor conditions and leaders who chose body counts over everything else. Read this book to better understand what these young men did in support of their country. It will touch all your emotions. Thank you John for taking the time to tell your story.
wrote on August 17, 2021
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I bought this book because John is a great guy and I wanted to support him in his adventure. I thought i might read this someday because I like John. I don't read many books and when i do its mostly about Montana history. I picked this amazing book up and read it in two days. I couldn't put it down. John, thank you for writing this book, thank you for letting me buy it, thank you for enlightening all of us about what it was like in Vietnam during the war ,and THANK YOU and all of our war vets for your service. Steve Arlint Meat Mgr. Super 1 foods (retired)
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wrote on August 6, 2021
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John's book was a gripping read for me as a fellow veteran. I served as a combat B-1 pilot in Operation Enduring Freedom. John's book provided so much insight on the infantryman's struggle in Vietnam. John's honesty about trying to deal with the emotional onslaught of war was compelling throughout the book. He reminds all of us veterans that the brotherhood of combat units should not be lost nor forgotten. He also reminds us how personal each experience can be in war. I strongly recommend John's book.
wrote on July 14, 2021
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Thank you John for sharing your experiences with us. Your book shook me to the core. Not having served in the military, it gave me a whole new insight on what my father and father in-law went through on their tours of duty. I am so thankful for all of the veterans that served and continue to serve our country. Keep up the good fight!
wrote on May 11, 2021
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(From David Brown)
My time in the Wolfhounds overlapped Big John's so I was at many of the places he accurately described, In Tay Nihn chasing rockets, FSB Stuart where the 8inch guns made it almost impossible to sleep, FSB Jackson surrounded by booby traps, the HoBo Woods, unlucky Shamrock (more booby traps), the Parrots Beak and the Diamonds. He is correct that we were the "Bait Battalion" sitting on the border astride the main infiltration route from Cambodia to Saigon. Almost every time we went out there the NVA would try to destroy us. When we started building the hardspots the airforce loaded up and got some rest because everyone knew we would get a ground attack at 1am. Good Job John, 3-6 Brown
wrote on March 21, 2021
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I was assigned to the 1st Platoon 2/27 the Infantry Wolfhounds from early July 1969 to July 1970. When l started reading this book l could not put it down because it was so realistic and honest. I felt like l was back in the Army ,and back in Vietnam and started remembering a lot of things l have long forgoten. A person who was never in the Military or even non Infantry will get a rude awakening as to what we did and experience . Great job John ,your book is truly something to be proud of.
wrote on March 12, 2021
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2:49 am
I am Ray Bourgeois’s sister Susie and remember the countless letters my dad would write to Ray and John when they were in Vietnam. I was a teenanager at that time, and only got information on what was going on from what my Dad would tell me and what I heard on the news stations. I know now my Dad was protecting me from reality. Now that I have read John's Book, OMG! To learn the truth of what they and their comrades went through surprised and discussed me at the same time. I have followed the Wolfhounds for years and even met some of them, but now I have a new vision from this book. I would like to say I have not been a big book reader through my life, however I could not put this down. I was anxious to know what would happen next. John has done a FANTASTIC job of telling us what was really going on during this time in history. I truly believe every parent of a High School Senior should have them read this book to hear the stories of true Heros! I hope this book makes the Best Selling List and will recommend it to my friends. Thank you John, Ray and all the Men who served in our
Military!
wrote on March 10, 2021
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5:48 pm
John's book brings back many feeling's from serving in the army. The 1st eagle flight, ambush patrols, day sweeps, booby traps and dealing with the condition's in the field. Fort Polk was bad but Charlie Co. deadly.
wrote on March 4, 2021
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6:15 pm
I was assigned to 2nd Platoon in August of 1969 just as the author, Staff Sergeant John Quintrell, was rotating home. His book: “My 365 days with the Wolfhounds in Vietnam, 1968-1969,” (www.my365daysvetbook.com) is a chillingly accurate description of the life of an infantry soldier in Vietnam during that era. He captures the sucking insects: from leeches to mosquitoes; booby traps to ambushes; acting as bait for Sir Charles on the Cambodian Border; sharing C-Rations, looking for love in in all the wrong R&R places, to the smell of diesel fuel burning human waste that is forever instilled in my mind. If you have an interest of just how real Vietnam was, This is the book to read. Enjoy!
wrote on February 28, 2021
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This was absolutely the best account of our time spent in Viet Nam. Lots of bittersweet memories looking at the pictures included in the book . Even my daughter was amazed at the photos especially of Big John as she met him on the day of the interview . Thank you for an amazing account John . Now my son is going to read it
wrote on February 28, 2021
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10:05 pm
I felt like I was back in Vietnam while reading John’s book: the heat and humidity, the smells, the snakes and bugs, the strange sounds in the night that might signal your life was close to an end — all while sharing the misery with other soldiers whose life stories were as different as America until fate put us together.
Over the years I’ve read a lot about men at war, but in none of them has the author opened himself emotionally to the degree shown here. John was unsparing of himself, and expressed both doubts about what we were even doing there and the struggle to balance following orders and supporting his fellow Wolfhounds. John’s honesty sears both readers and the writer.
I respect and commend him. No man can escape his demons until truthfully acknowledged, and John Quintrell has done just that in this very readable story about the Wolfhounds.
wrote on February 22, 2021
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7:01 pm
To say that I am beyond proud of my dad for writing this book-would be an understatement. From the first page to the very last, I was completely gripped by the stories of these brave men. I am thankful that my dad lived to write and share his and others journeys through Vietnam. I am equally as thankful to have met so many of the men he served with. I, along with countless others, honor you all for your courage to live and fight to protect and defend our country. You are all great men and great Americans.
I love you pops
wrote on February 18, 2021
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10:34 pm
I served in the U.S. Army from 1969-1972, as an M.P. at Ft. Bragg, N.C. and as luck would have it - I never went to Vietnam.
In reading this book, I found myself going down Memory Lane as I recalled my Basic Training experiences at Ft. Lewis, WA to be very similar to his experiences in basic.
My life long friend since grammer school, Leroy Crabtree, did go to Vietnam and he served with the Wolfhounds in 1969. He was one of several soldiers wounded at the Shamrock Hardspot on July 19, 1969.
Over the years, Leroy has told me some bits and pieces of the terrible conditions for Infantrymen serving in Vietnam, but he never came close to revealing the harsh living and working conditions nor the graphic horrors and brutal loss of life during this horrendous jungle war.
In reading Mr. Quintrell's account of what transpired during his year in Vietnam, I found myself riveted to his book as he took me on an emotional roller-coaster between the highs from laughter to the lows of profound sadness and grief. Several times I found myself deeply saddened and mildly depressed after reading "Big John's" accounting of their combat.
I also related to his post-service life experience, particularly how his service made him a better man and a very patriotic American.
On behalf of all Vietnam War era veterans, thank you "Big John" for taking the time to write such a powerful accounting of your Vietnam War experiences.
P.S. Leroy Crabtree says "Hi".
wrote on February 4, 2021
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6:11 pm
What an emotional roller coaster ride this book took me on. So many things I forgot, so many things to remember. Not only is it a real reaction to the events we encountered but a glimpse into the mental anguish we all had to contend with and learn to accept and endure. It touches on the tremendous sense of loyalty and companionship that carried us through that maze of hell-the guys around you were your family and the only ones who could understand what you were going through. A true depiction of one man's journey in Vietnam. Thank you for taking the time to tell it like it was.
wrote on January 29, 2021
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1:17 pm
John's book is one of the best books i have ever read on vietnam I was there and I know I know the story is true and well writen thanks john
wrote on January 26, 2021
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7:11 pm
I was taught about Vietnam in school. As I grew older, I discovered my uncle had served and earned a Purple Heart. While visiting with my uncle, I did learn some insight, although very minimal since he chose not to relive his time there. As an adult, I housed a foreign exchange student from Vietnam and was told a story from the "other side". I felt I had a pretty good grasp on what happened there. Boy, was I wrong!!! This is a first hand account of INFANTRY! FRONT LINE! I read through it pretty much non-stop. It is a book that you will not be able to put down once you start. I kept picturing my 18 year old nephew as "Big John" and with that perspective, the book is haunting. Trying to fathom these BOYS having to endure the fight they fought is gut wrenching. I have never read a book about a Vet's experience and this one was incredible. I cried, a lot. I just never in my wildest dreams imagined the horror like it was detailed in this publication. You find yourself thinking "Oh my gosh, this has to be the worst thing ever". And then you go on to the next chapter and realize how very wrong you were. This book educated me in a way that no history book ever will. While I have always appreciated the sacrifice and service of our military, this gave new meaning to that gratitude. I was fortunate enough to be able to speak to the author, as well as his buddy, Ray, after reading the book and with overwhelming emotion was able to thank them for their service. I am certain, in the past, those words have never meant as much as they do now. READ.THIS.BOOK! And then go on YouTube and watch the video interviews with other Vietnam vets that the author conducted. You will forever be humbled. And honestly, even disappointed in our own military and citizens for the way they treated these brave, young BOYS back then. Absolutely read this book and will be recommending over and over again!
wrote on January 24, 2021
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7:05 pm
When I started to read this book, I
could not stop reading it. The book brings out some subtle issues. Big John points out things that I didn’t see when I was in Vietnam.
There was some information that was explained very well.
Overall , I would recommend anybody to read this .
The grade for this book is A+!
wrote on January 12, 2021
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12:06 am
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