Tom Mangold

Tom Mangold is a British journalist and author known for his work in investigative reporting.

He had a long career with the BBC, where he was a senior correspondent for the current affairs program Panorama.

Mangold has written several books on various topics, including espionage and war.

For "The Tunnels of Cu Chi", Mangold and his co-author John Penycate were among the first Western journalists granted visas to visit Vietnam after the war.

Their extensive research and interviews with veterans from both sides of the conflict provided a unique perspective on this aspect of the Vietnam War.

Mangold's journalistic background is evident in the book's balanced approach and attention to detail.