A-6 Intruder Units of the Vietnam War

Name: A-6 Intruder Units of the Vietnam War
Brand: Allen & Unwin
SKU: 9781849087551
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By Rick Morgan

Series: Combat Aircraft

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A-6 Intruder Units of the Vietnam War by Rick Morgan explores the role of the A-6 Intruder aircraft during the Vietnam War and how its unique capabilities contributed to U.S. military efforts. The book delves into the missions and operations carried out by these aircraft, offering a detailed account of their impact on the conflict. This historical and military analysis includes insights into the experiences of the pilots and crew who flew the A-6 Intruder.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by military aviation history, particularly the strategic role and operations of specific aircraft during the Vietnam War. Rick Morgan provides detailed insights into the design, missions, and impact of the aircraft within the broader context of the conflict. It's a compelling read for anyone interested in the technical and historical aspects of air warfare during this era.

A-6 Intruder Units of the Vietnam War

The complete story of A-6 combat operations during the Vietnam War, illustrated throughout.

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The complete story of A-6 combat operations during the Vietnam War, illustrated throughout.

Designed in the years following the Korean War and then manufactured for over 30 years starting in 1960, the A-6 quickly became the most capable attack aircraft in the US Navy's stable. The first squadron, VA-75, made its initial deployment directly into combat in south-east Asia in 1965, and, over the next eight years, ten US Navy and four Marine Intruder squadrons would conduct combat operations throughout Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia.

After initial problems and a high loss rate, the type proved itself beyond all doubt as the Naval services' best night and foul-weather platform, particularly during the region's notorious monsoon season. The A-6 Intruder became a true classic of naval aviation over the skies of North Vietnam, but the cost was high as 69 Intruders were lost in combat to all causes during the war.

A-6 Intruder Units of the Vietnam War tells the complete story of these aircraft in combat during the Vietnam War.

Series: Combat Aircraft

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A-6 Intruder Units of the Vietnam War is highly praised for its engaging accounts from aircrews, offering a detailed and intense history of being an Intruder pilot. It's noted for stunning profile artwork and is considered a must-have for aviation enthusiasts, especially those interested in U.S. Navy aircraft during the Vietnam War. The book is recommended for model builders and fans of the Vietnam War, providing previously little-covered insights into this aspect of the conflict.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781849087551

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 20 December 2012

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Osprey Publishing

Illustration: 30 b/w; 90 col

Contributors:

Illustrated by Jim Laurier

Audience: General / adult, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 8.0mm

Width: 183.0mm

Height: 244.0mm

Weight: 280g

Pages: 96

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Asian History Education & Reference History & Military Military History Non-Fiction Rick Morgan Series: Combat Aircraft

About the Author

Rick Morgan is the author of two previous books on Naval Aviation history (including Intruder: The Operational History of Grumman's A-6 for Schiffer in 2005). Twice named 'Contributor of the Year' by the editorial staff of The Hook - The Journal of Carrier Aviation, Rick is a retired US Navy lieutenant commander with more than 2,300 hours of flight time to his name, principally in EA-6B, A-4 and A-3 type aircraft. He also has more than 450 carrier-arrested landings to his name, and flew 41 combat missions during Operation Desert Storm in 1991. He currently works in the aviation industry. Jim Laurier is a native of New England, growing up in New Hampshire and Massachusetts. He has been drawing since he could hold a pencil and throughout his life he has worked in many mediums creating artwork on a variety of subjects. He has worked on the Osprey Aviation list since 2000, and in that time he has produced some of the finest artwork seen in these volumes. He has specialised in aircraft of the Vietnam War period.