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(More customer reviews)General Patric Brady is one of the most highly decorated veterans in American history. After reading this book, you will understand why. He truely merited the Congressional Medal of Honor, which he was awarded during his second tour in Vietnam, for an almost unbelievable rescue effort as a "Dust Off" helicopter ambulance pilot. Flying in bad weather, in enemy held territory, his helicopters badly damaged by enemy fire,utilizing 3 different helicopters, he still managed to evacuate 51 seriously woulded soldiers, many of whom would have died without the rapid treatment that his efforts afforded. Flying over 2500 combat missions, he was responsible for the rescue of over 5000 woulded during his two tours in Vietnam. This book cronicles many of his most notable rescue missions. It also tells the story of the "Dust Off" ambulance helicopter units and the legendary figures that became associated with these units. These units, composed of pilots, crew members and their supporting crews, in my view, were the real heroes of the Vietnam War, though never receiving the recognition that I thought that they deserved. This book should change that. Brady brings forth new information about other heroes of the Vietnam War era, Major Charles Kelly, Doctor Pat Smith and a host of others who devoted their lives to the rescue of others. The stories of Brady's determination, hard work, and faith cannot help but be an inspiration for anyone who, like he, suffered setbacks during the course of their lives.
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The Legend of Dust Off, America's Battlefield Angels. Viet Nam may be the only war we ever fought in which the American soldier enhanced their heroism with humanitarianism unmatched in warfare. Humanitarianism was America's great victory in Viet Nam. Spearheading the humanitarian effort was Dust Off, the most dangerous of all aviation activities and the most amazing battlefield life saver in the history of warfare. This is the story of the father of Dust Off, Charles Kelly, who died to save Dust Off. His dying words, "When I have your wounded", set the standard for aero medical evacuation to this day. It is also the story of Kelly's disciples who struggled and died to meet his standard. One unit, the 54th, did. The author, Gen. Brady, learned from Kelly and led the 54th as it rescued over 21,000 wounded-enemy and friendly-in 10 months; while sustaining 26 Purple Hearts. It is also the story of faith in combat and the miracles it produces. 39 photos.
