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Vietnam Airmobile Warfare Tactics
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This book is ideal for readers interested in military history, particularly those fascinated by aviation tactics and the Vietnam War. It suits veterans, historians, and enthusiasts seeking a detailed, technical account of airmobile operations.
A Vietnam veteran explains the composition, capabilities, equipment and missions of the US Army and Marine Corps helicopter and airmobile units in the Vietnam war - and exactly how they carried out their missions.
A Vietnam veteran explains the composition, capabilities, equipment and missions of the US Army and Marine Corps helicopter and airmobile units in the Vietnam war - and exactly how they carried out their missions.
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A Vietnam veteran explains the composition, capabilities, equipment and missions of the US Army and Marine Corps helicopter and airmobile units in the Vietnam war - and exactly how they carried out their missions.
This compact, yet detailed volume centres on the classic airmobile assault mission: how it was planned and prepared; how the troop-carrying βslicksβ and their βgunshipβ escorts and support teams actually operated; and the opposition and hazards that they faced on the LZ.
The text is illustrated with wartime photos, organisation charts, and colour plates showing both the machines and the tactics that were employed.
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Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781846031366
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 07 March 2007
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Osprey Publishing
Illustration: 45 b/w; 8 col
Contributors:
- Illustrated by Adam Hook
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 4.0mm
Width: 180.0mm
Height: 244.0mm
Weight: 240g
Pages: 64
About the Author
Gordon L Rottman entered the US Army in 1967, volunteered for Special Forces and completed training as a weapons specialist. He served in the 5th Special Forces Group in Vietnam in 1969β70 and subsequently in airborne infantry, long-range patrol and intelligence assignments until retiring after 26 years. He was a special operations forces scenario writer at the Joint Readiness Training Center for 12 years and is now a freelance writer, living in Texas.
Adam Hook studied graphic design, and began his work as an illustrator in 1983. He specializes in detailed historical reconstructions, and has illustrated Osprey titles on the Aztecs, the Greeks, the American Civil War and the American Revolution. His work features in exhibitions and publications throughout the world.
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