Life on the Line True Stories of Vietnam Air Combat Told by the Men Who Lived It, written by Colonel John M. Cosgrove USAF (Retired) and Captain Peter A. DuBois USN (Retired), is a collection of true stories about air combat during the Vietnam War told by the men who lived it. The book provides a unique perspective on the conflict through the eyes of pilots, gunners, and ground crew who flew and maintained the aircraft that fought in the skies over North Vietnam. From dogfights with enemy MiGs to close-in aerial support missions, the authors recount their experiences in vivid detail, offering readers an understanding of what it was like to serve in the air war over Vietnam. The book begins with an introduction that sets the stage for the reader's journey into the world of air combat during the Vietnam War. The authors describe how they came together to write this book, sharing their personal experiences and insights gained from their time in the service. They emphasize the importance of preserving the history of the men who served in the air war over Vietnam, as many of them have since passed away.

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