Tap Code, Carlyle  S.  Harris
Tap Code, Carlyle  S.  Harris
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Tap Code
The Epic Survival Tale of a Vietnam POW and the Secret Code That Changed Everything

Author: Carlyle S. Harris, Sara W. Berry, Col. Lee Ellis (Ret.)

Narrator: Henry O. Arnold, Ginny Welsh

Unabridged: 8 hr 38 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Zondervan

Published: 11/05/2019


Synopsis

Discover never-before-told details of POW underground operations during the Vietnam War told through one airman's inspiring story of true love, honor, and courage.Air Force pilot Captain Carlyle "Smitty" Harris was shot down over Vietnam on April 4, 1965 and taken to the infamous Hoa Lo prison--nicknamed the "Hanoi Hilton." For the next eight years, Smitty and hundreds of other American POWs--including John McCain and George "Bud" Day--suffered torture, solitary confinement, and unimaginable abuse.It was there that Smitty covertly taught many other POWs the Tap Code--an old, long-unused method of communication from World War II. Using the code, they could softly tap messages of encouragement to lonely neighbors and pass along resistance policies from their leaders. The code quickly became a lifeline during their internment. It helped the prisoners boost morale, stay unified, communicate the chain of command, and prevail over a brutal enemy.Meanwhile, back home in the United States, Harris's wife, Louise, raised their three children alone, unsure of her husband's fate for seven long years. One of the first POW wives of the Vietnam War, she became a role model for other military wives by advocating for herself and her children in her husband's absence.
Told through both Smitty's and Louise's voices, Tap Code shares the riveting true story of:Ingenuity under pressureStrength and dignity in the face of a frightening enemyThe hope, faith, and resolve necessary to endure even the darkest circumstancesPraise for Tap Code:"Tap Code is an incredible story about two American heroes. Col. "Smitty" Harris and his wife, Louise, epitomize the definition of commitment--to God, to country, and to family. This tale of extreme perseverance will restore your faith in the human spirit."--Brigadier General John Nichols, USAF"The incomprehensibly long ordeal of the Harris family is agonizing. Their love, faith, loyalty, and courage epitomize all that is good about America."--Lt. Col. Orson Swindle, USMC (ret.), POW, Hanoi, 11/11/1966 to 3/4/1973

About Carlyle S. Harris

Carlyle Smith “Smitty” Harris is an ex-Vietnam POW, who rose to the rank of Air Force Colonel. He received many decorations during his Air Force career, including two Silver Stars, three Legion of Merits, the Distinguished Flying Cross, two Purple Hearts, and the Eagle Award through the Gathering of Eagles Foundation. His tin cup from his days as a POW is now in the Smithsonian.  He lives with his wife, Louise, and is surrounded by his large family in Tupelo, Mississippi.

About Sara W. Berry

Sara W. Berry is an award-winning author, publisher, and teacher, and is the founder and CEO of Integrity Time, a character-building educational company. Sara is married to Dr. Mont Berry, and is mother to seven children and three children in-law. She lives in Tupelo, Mississippi. sarawberry.com


Reviews

Goodreads review by Robin

This is my parents story.... our family lived it. Sara W Berry, did an amazing job weaving this story together. It’s a heart -tugging, page turner.... full of messages of struggle, perseverance, faith, and family and love for our Country!!! May God use this book in mighty ways... as an instrument of......more

Goodreads review by Sara

In full disclosure, I am the co-author of this book. This also means I know first-hand the powerful true story of Col. Smitty Harris' 8 years as a POW in Vietnam. It is a beautiful story of resilience, love, and the power of the human spirit.......more

Goodreads review by Morgan

Tap Code. Holy shit. TAP! CODE! I’m a miserable, godless commie. I ABSOLUTELY do not share the (right wing) political orientation of the author. I CERTAINLY do not share the (Christian) religious orientation of the author. A and I SUPER DUPER do not share the nationalistic (America first) affiliations of......more

A It’s sad but powerful books out POWs in the Viet Nam war. The prisoners described were some of the bravest and patriotic solders who put on the uniform. It was just sad that the politicians who manage every war sent our youth to battle. I highly recommend.......more


Quotes

'Crediting his knowledge of the [tap] code and his ability to endure torture and inhumane living conditions to an unshakable belief in 'God and country,' Harris delivers an accessible, faith-infused memoir of survival that will appeal to Christian readers and military history buffs.' Publishers Weekly