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Story summary
- Lt Col John B. Stockton defied orders during the November 1965 Ia Drang battle and directed reinforcements that saved around 100 lives.
- Stockton was known for pioneering "air mobile" tactics and embraced cavalry heritage, adopting symbols such as Stetsons and moustaches.
- Despite the lifesaving action, he was removed from command for disobeying orders.
- Stockton remained popular with his men for prioritizing their safety and died in 1997 at age 74.
