What led to Sgt. Phelger’s strange death? This true story follows Team Rock Mat during the Vietnam War, featuring US Marines and an unexpected encounter with a deadly Bengal tiger.

• 00:00 – Introduction
• 04:08 – Sgt. Robert C. Phleger
• 06:56 – Team Rock Mat and Razorback Ridge
• 08:24 – Tiger Ambush
• 17:03 – Sgt. Larkins
• 20:51 – Event Analysis

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