Available in hardcover on Amazon, this compelling Vietnam War memoir by James E. Jackson tells a gripping POW story.

Forest of Darkness: The Memoir of a U.S. Special Forces POW

EMBARK ON A JOURNEY OF RESILIENCE & HOPE through the gripping POW story of James E. Jackson, a powerful Vietnam War memoir that captures the strength of the human spirit.

Forest of Darkness: The Memoir of a U.S. Special Forces POW

EMBARK ON A JOURNEY OF RESILIENCE & HOPE through the gripping POW story of James E. Jackson, a powerful Vietnam War memoir that captures the strength of the human spirit.

Book cover of "Forest of Darkness" by James E. Jackson with a dark forest and a wooden cage.

The True Story of an American Hero

Set against the backdrop of the U.S. civil rights and peace movements, "Forest of Darkness" chronicles the harrowing POW story of American Special Forces Staff Sergeant James E. Jackson. On his third tour as a CIDG advisor, Jackson was captured in July of 1966 and held for 16 months in a Viet Cong POW camp. Enduring unimaginable physical and psychological torture, debilitating diseases and starvation, along with constant threats of air strikes and execution, James E. Jackson's survival is a testament to the human spirit. His Vietnam War memoir proves that faith, a positive outlook, and strength of character can conquer the darkness.

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Interview with the Late Author

In this exclusive interview, the late James E. Jackson shares a deeply personal account through his Vietnam War memoir, detailing his harrowing 16-month captivity in a Viet Cong POW camp. With raw honesty, he reflects on the physical and psychological toll he endured and the faith and determination that kept him alive during this challenging time, making his POW story both powerful and poignant.

TRIGGER WARNING: This video contains detailed descriptions of torture and trauma that may be disturbing to some viewers. Please watch with care.

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Forest of Darkness: The Memoir of a U.S. Special Forces POW

Forest of Darkness: The Memoir of a U.S. Special Forces POW

The True Story of an American Hero

Felt like I was living as a POW with the author.

Forest of Darkness in Pictures

Interview with the Late Author

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Forest of Darkness: The Memoir of a U.S. Special Forces POW

Forest of Darkness: The Memoir of a U.S. Special Forces POW

The True Story of an American Hero

Felt like I was living as a POW with the author.

Forest of Darkness in Pictures

Interview with the Late Author

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Contact the Publisher

If you would like to schedule a media interview or presentation, please fill out the form to contact the publisher who is happy to collaborate with journalists, event organizers and community groups to share this impactful story of resilience and hope.

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