Point Man

By: Chief James Watson, Kevin Dockery

Narrated by: David de Vries

Chief Petty Officer James "Patches" Watson was there at the start. One of the first to come out of the famed Underwater Demolition Team 21, he was an initial member—a "plank owner"—of America's deadliest and most elite fighting force, the U.S. Navy SEALs.

Through three tours in the jungle hell of Vietnam, he walked the point—staying alert to trip wires, booby traps, and punji pits, guiding his squad of amphibious fighters on missions of rescue, reconnaissance, and demolition—confronting a war's unique terrors head-on, unprotected . . . and unafraid.

This is the story of a hero told from the heart and from the gut—an authentic tour of duty with one of the most legendary commandoes of the Vietnam War.

©1993 Bill Fawcett & Associates (P)2022 Tantor

Epic

A fascinating true story of a real life hero. Funny, intriguing and Excellent narration!, unbelievable.

Great book with fresh stories

This SEAL did ops in the delta and also across the border. Unique and enjoyable to listen as he has enough time in the Navy already (and commensurate rank) that coupled with his trident he could tell all the minions and morons “No effing way”. Vicariously you can root for him to bull in the china shop in order to perform at a high level. While I’ve probably read every book in existence on Vietnam and SEALs this doors a good job of telling first hand his stories so there isn’t the usual overlap of things you’ve already heard. Plus most all the UDT portion which is significant is novel and interesting covering fresh ground. If like to have a bourbon with the author because he seems like a salty SOB that would have you laughing and entertained the whole time as you give each other flak.

The sacrifice of the Special Forces Operations.

It took a while to set the storyline which was absolutely brilliant. Tenacity and grit coupled with quick minds illustrative of the Navy Seals is artistically articulated.

All Americans owe Chief Watson a debt of gratitude

A life well lived. Some mistakes made but if you live in a glass house, you shouldn’t throw stones. The narration is top tier. Thank you to all who serve.

Excellent

Excellent book. The author does a good job detailing his experiences and keeping the reader entertained.