A Huey Gunship with Special Forces (MACVSOG): Shot Down in Laos, 1968

Roger Lockshier served as a Huey gunship crew chief, 1967-1968, with the 101st Army Airborne. Most of his tour, he served with Military Assistance Command Vietnam/Studies and Observation Group (MACVSOG) special forces in Laos and North Vietnam. In this excerpt from a longer discussion, Mr. Lockshier shares memories of being shot down and rescued during an operation in Laos. See his memoir, "We Saved SOG Souls": www.amazon.com... Posted as part of the "War & Life: Discussions with Veterans" project. warandlifedisc... Any veteran who served in any combat zone in any capacity is invited to contact [e-mail] / [phone]