"If one aspires to live a noble and meaningful life, you’ll find an exemplar here. Of the many marvelous American traits, Ish’s notion of ‘Intoku' or “good done in secret” is the answer to so many of our current challenges as families, communities and Nation. Read on!" ― General Norton A. Schwartz, USAF (retired) An American of Japanese ancestry is born in Hawaii just prior to the attack on Pearl Harbor. He learns the value of an extended family and mentorship and applies those lessons throughout life. He joins the Army where he is drawn into intelligence and Special Forces where he embodies the life of a quiet professional and his watchword is “Intoku,” a Japanese word that means doing good in secret. He rises through the ranks and receives a direct commission as a Captain. He is recruited by the legendary Colonel Charlie Beckwith to become a founding member of the Delta Force, an elite special operations unit. He leads a roadblock team on the ill-fated mission to rescue American hostages in Tehran in 1980 and destroys a fuel truck from penetrating the roadblock. After retiring from the Army, he continued to contribute to national security against terrorism, extremism, and for global special operations and nuclear security. Part memoir of a remarkable life, this book will also be a valuable addition to Special Operations history as well as a guide to navigating extreme situations. The book pays tribute to those that have mentored him, along with those who embody the “Intoku” code and shows the value of mentorship and helping others succeed. Table of Contents I. Operation Plan Rice Bowl … Code Eagle Claw … April 24, 1980 II. The Early Years … The Forging of a Secret Warrior and the Value of an Extended Family III. A rebel in school and the value of independence IV. The Army Calls! Moving on from defeat V. Growing Into A Soldier VI. Learning the Craft of Intelligence and Leadership VII. Between Korea and Vietnam VIII. Vietnam and Resilience IX. 5th Special Forces Group and Detachment B-57 X. The Green Beret Case XI. Special Action Force Asia XII. New Challenges and Opportunities XIII. Waiting for the Next Challenge XI The Beginning of Delta Force XIV. Eagle Claw – Initial Preparations XV. Eagle Claw – The Final Plan XVI. Months of Preparation XVIII. Eagle Claw – Conducting the Rescue Attempt XVIII. Immediate Aftermath XIX. Back to Business XX. 1981 and Retirement XXI. Another Career Begins – SAS of Texas, Ltd. XXII. The Land of Enchantment – Albuquerque, New Mexico XXII. The Branch Davidian Incident Review XXIV. The Khobar Towers Review XXV. Anti-terrorism "If one aspires to live a noble and meaningful life, you’ll find an exemplar here. Of the many marvelous American traits, Ish’s notion of ‘Intoku' or “good done in secret” is the answer to so many of our current challenges as families, communities and Nation. Read on!" General Norton A. Schwartz, USAF (retired) "In his book Mr. Wade Ishimoto shares an unprecedented dedication to the American people, constitution and service to his country. A lifelong military career in Special Forces is brilliantly portrayed by Mr. Ishimoto, and by sharing his unmatched experience he enables the reader to understand the complexity of warfare and sacrifices. Freedom is not free, and sacrifices made on battlefields globally must never be forgotten. One day future generations will be called to action, and Mr. Ishimoto’s experiences will provide vital knowhow and motivation for how to endure and succeed." Colonel Magne Roedahl (Norwegian Army, Ret.) “Wade ‘Ish’ Ishimoto is one of the giants who built our Nation's exquisite Special Operations and Intelligence capabilities. In The Intoku Code , Ish tells us his story of the early and challenging post-World War II days of protecting the Nation during increasingly complex and turbulent periods. This book is a riveting read—insightful, inspiring, and entertaining. Most importantly, however, this book will leave the reader with an appreciation of how the quiet professionals of this small community do ‘good done in secret’ every day for America.” General Joseph L. Votel (U.S. Army, Ret.), former commander of JSOC, U.S. Specials Operations Command, and U.S. Central Command “Wade Ishimoto has long been a legend in the Special Operations community, and now the readers of his memoir will see why. Ish is a revered warrior who embodies what SOF calls quiet professionalism, which parallels the concept of the Intoku Code. Throughout the entire book the reader will keep wondering: did one man really do all that? Yes, he did.” Colonel Lee A. Van Arsdale (Special Forces, Ret.) “Ish takes the reader on a tour of his memorable life, not only for the amazing things he has done, but his ability to recreate the scene in incredible detail. His insights into Operation EAGLE CLAW, the Iran hostage rescue mission, along with the creation of JSOC and the U.S. response to terrorism after 9/11, are details recounted now