Roy Benavidez was close friends with the general manager of the River Oaks Lincoln Mercury franchise in Houston in the late 1970’s. I had several occasions to address him. He was such a friendly and totally unassuming gentleman. I was humbled by his demeanor. This narrative does not do justice
to the battle that he survived. I believe Sgt. Benavidez dispatched at least two armed combatants with a knife.
I had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Benavidez at a book signing on Schofield Barracks prior to him passing away. It truly was a honor for me.