While serving as a Fire Control Officer in Vietnam, Gordon Bocher's plane was shot down, and he was one of three survivors. He was stranded overnight in the most dangerous valley in Vietnam for American servicemen, and had to survive until he could be rescued. He tells the story in this episode.

For more details of Gordon's military service and remarkable life, you can find his book on Amazon here: https://www.amazon.com/Stormrider-Gordon-Bocher/dp/1098330986

You can also learn more about Gordon by going to his website: https://stormrider11g.com

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