The Best of MACV-SOG: Stories From the Warriors Who Lived It

Throughout 2025, Danger Close featured some of the most powerful, emotional, and historically significant conversations in the show’s history — none more impactful than the interviews with the men of MACV-SOG, men who inspired the New York Times bestselling novel, Cry Havoc . Formed during the Vietnam War, the Military Assistance Command, Vietnam – Studies and Observations Group was one of the most clandestine and highly trained units ever assembled. These warriors operated in the shadows, conducted missions that remained classified for decades, and carried the weight of those experiences long after coming home. This special Best Of episode brings together the most memorable insights, stories, and reflections from this year’s interviews with SOG veterans — a tribute to the legacy, sacrifice, and courage of those who stepped forward when their nation needed them most. Featured Moments Include: Firsthand recollections of running recon across the fence Leadership forged in the most dangerous missions of the war The emotional cost of secrecy, sacrifice, and survival Lessons for today’s warriors, citizens, and future generations Referenced Episodes and Videos: Jim Shorten: MACV-SOG Vietnam War Veteran: Top Secret Combat in Laos: John Stryker Meyer: MACV-SOG Vietnam War Veteran: MACV-SOG: The Secret War: Part 2: MACV-SOG: The Secret War: Surrender Not An Option: FOLLOW JACK Instagram: @JackCarrUSA X: @JackCarrUSA Facebook: @JackCarr YouTube: @JackCarrUSA SPONSORS CRY HAVOC – A Tom Reece Thriller Bravo Company Manufacturing - and on Instagram @BravoCompanyUSA THE SIGs of Jack Carr: Visit and on Instagram @sigsauerinc Jack Carr Gear : Explore the gear here

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The Best of MACV-SOG: Stories From the Warriors Who Lived It is an episode from Danger Close with Jack Carr by JACK CARR.

This episode is 01:00:48 long.

This episode was published on Dec 3, 2025.

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