By Julia Wilson
Kameron Brooks grew up in Cattaraugus, NY. He enlisted in the Army and became a Warrant Officer helicopter pilot in June 1968. “During that year, I served as an Aircraft Commander during combat missions in the Central Highlands of Vietnam, and as you will read, Cambodia also.”
Kameron’s newly released book: 90 Minutes Over Cambodia– A Vietnam War helicopter pilot’s account of the clandestine rescue of four South Vietnamese soldiers inside Cambodia. It entails his Vietnam real life encounters that he endured during his tour of duty. His first-hand duties are captured and told throughout his book.
“We did our part and the stories of what we did are now living on.” Brooks goes on to say, “There are several reasons I wrote this book. First, stories of individual sacrifice and intimate hostile engagements should be preserved. War is written in history books and seen on television documentaries. There is much more to tell.”
Brooks talks about the importance of God. “The Bible states that God is good. Years after my year in Vietnam, I came to realize that one fateful day in Cambodia, yes God was good to me and my crew. Today, as a believer, I see His hand at work in so many things in my life and the lives of others.”
During his mission in Cambodia, Brooks had to be on guard the entire time. “Not knowing where I was going.” Being the pilot flying the helicopter in the middle of the jungle on a mission, one wrong turn or move could cause a disaster. Many thoughts ran through his head- What if the engine goes out- Low Fuel Warning Light was on now and the thought of running out of fuel in the middle of a jungle made his on-guard level more intense.
Thank goodness God had a plan and Brooks and his crew /passengers were brought to safety. He has been blessed with a wonderful family and career. Brooks’ wife Becky is very proud of her husband and his dedication for his service to his county. You can order a copy of his paperback book directly through emailing kambrooks25@outlook.com or mailing a payment to 2859 W. Oak Hill Road Jamestown, NY 14701. The cost of the book is $12 plus $3.25 shipping.