1950s Vietnam Jungle: Man's Terrifying Encounter with Bigfoot-Like Creature

Posted Thursday, June 05, 2025

By Squatchable.com staff

Intriguing footage has surfaced on the YouTube channel, Lantern of Terror, that sends shivers down the spine of any Bigfoot enthusiast. The video, titled "6 Terrifying BIGFOOT Stories That Will Give You Chills," takes us back to the Vietnam War, where a soldier named Mike shares an unsettling encounter with a creature resembling Bigfoot. The story unfolds at Camran Air Base in 1957, where Mike, a newcomer, finds himself on a patrol through the dense jungle. The platoon stumbles upon an injured ARVN soldier, who warns them of a creature lurking nearby. Despite his cryptic warning, the platoon presses on, only to find themselves face-to-face with a towering, hairy creature gnawing on human remains. As the terrified soldiers open fire, the creature reacts with lightning speed, launching itself at one of the soldiers and causing him to crash to the ground. The creature then drags the soldier into the undergrowth, leaving behind a trail of terror. The remaining soldiers attempt to retreat, but the creature pursues them, claiming more lives along the way. Mike, our storyteller, manages to escape the creature's grasp but is left alone, wounded and disoriented. He stumbles upon a map that offers a glimmer of hope, leading him back to the safety of the base. However, upon his return, he finds the base in chaos, with his comrades missing and the medic severely injured. The identity of the creature remains a mystery, but the similarities to Bigfoot are undeniable. The video serves as a chilling reminder of the unknown that lurks in the shadows, and it's a must-watch for any Bigfoot believer. So, grab your popcorn and settle in for a spine-tingling adventure!