PUCKER FACTOR Stories of MACV SOG VOL.1 ISSUE 3 : Stories of SOG veterans in their own words.

After signing a 20-year non-disclosure agreement these men of the Top Secret U.S Army Special Forces (Green Berets), Military Assistance Command Vietnam - Studies & Observations Group (MACV SOG) would not discuss their actions to anyone including their own families. It would not be until the early 1990's that they could finally discuss their actions in what today is called the "secret war". With support and approval from these covert warriors of SOG "Pucker Factor Stories of MACV SOG" was created. This has given me the ability, and now a platform to share never heard publicly, stories and photographs, intertwined with historical events of SOG. The recollections and words are their own, some are humorous, some are sad, most describe events that the average person can not conceive. We thank them for their service to the United States of America.IN THIS ISSUE -SGT John T John Stryker Meyer talks about his friendship with with fellow SOG soldier and Silver Star recipient John T.WaltonDeadly Rescue: The 30th of June 1970 is a mournful day for Ret, LTC. Mike Taylor as he re remembers the loss of a FAC pilot and and good friend Capt. William S. Sanders AKA "Bungalow Bill" and the events that unfolded.Martha A famous movie star tours U.S. Military bases worldwide during WW2, Korea and Vietnam. A brief history of Martha Raye's relationship with the U.S. MilitaryMy friend Ret.LTC David Carr recollects his unique friendship made with actress Martha Raye AKA "Maggie" their friendship would last a lifetime.Maggie visits Maggie's legendary visit to CCN would leave lasting memories for those that met her. She was one of the boys, Maggie had a special place in her heart for the men of the Special Forces and in return she was loved by all of them.The Dick Gamble revisits his good luck charm story. It might make you want to start wearing one.Lt. Bauso and his SCU troops: Lt.Bauso was at FOB-4 when it was overrun by VC Sappers on Aug.23.1968 which still to this day is Special Forces worst day of loss to this day.After the events and losses of that day Lt Bauso and his men are tasked with rebuilding the ranks of the SCU (Special Commando Unit) in this rare opportunity we get to see a photographic journal of the training of the troopsChief W.O. Brian Tragic events unfold as Huey pilot Devaney attempts to insert a CCC Recon Team on a mission.Last mission of Helicopter Infiltration and extraction are the most hazardous times for the Hueys as they assist SOG teams. In this story we read the detailed events of Recon Team Pennsylvania and the brave crew of Red 3.The Rats of Khe Bob Donoghue gets detailed about his days in Khe Sanh and the problem with rats. A pest to some, food for others.The Navy Seal's of MACV SOG Part 1: An extensive look into NavySeals role in SOG. Only a small amount would join the ranks of SOG'S recon teams as the went over the fence. The balance would be in an advisory role training South Vietnamese Sea Commandos for their missions north of the 17th parallel via Nasty class hi speed boats.NAD- MACV SOGS Naval The often overlooked role and actions of SOG'S Naval Divsion. Pucker Factor Stories of MACV SOG issue 2 explored some of NAD'S role now we expand on that story.