Description
| Product ID: | 9780764311833 |
| Product Form: | Hardback |
| Country of Manufacture: | US |
| Title: | Uniforms & Equipment of U.S. Military Advisors in Vietnam |
| Subtitle: | 1957-1972 |
| Authors: | Author: Paul Miraldi |
| Page Count: | 256 |
| Subjects: | History of the Americas, History of the Americas, Military history: post-WW2 conflicts, Weapons and equipment, Military uniforms / insignia, Vietnam War, Weapons & equipment, Uniforms & insignia, Vietnam, USA, c 1945 to c 1960, c 1960 to c 1970 |
| Description: | This new, extensively researched volume (volume two in the series) is a comprehensive guide to the history, development, wear, and use of uniforms and equipment during American military advisors involvement in the Vietnam War. Included are insignia, headgear, camouflage uniforms, modified items, Flak vests, boots, clothing accessories, paper items and personal items from the years 1957-1972, all examined in great detail. Using re-constructed and period photos, the author presents the look and appearance of American Army, Navy, and Marine Corps advisors in Vietnam. ARVN Ranger, Airborne, and ARVN infantry advisors, all have their own chapter, along with Junk Force, RAG Force, and South Vietnamese Naval and Marine Corps advisors. This new, extensively researched volume (volume two in the series) is a comprehensive guide to the history, development, wear, and use of uniforms and equipment during American military advisors involvement in the Vietnam War. Included are insignia, headgear, camouflage uniforms, modified items, Flak vests, boots, clothing accessories, paper items and personal items from the years 1957-1972, all examined in great detail. Using re-constructed and period photos, the author presents the look and appearance of American Army, Navy, and Marine Corps advisors in Vietnam. ARVN Ranger, Airborne, and ARVN infantry advisors, all have their own chapter, along with Junk Force, RAG Force, and South Vietnamese Naval and Marine Corps advisors. |
| Imprint Name: | Schiffer Publishing Ltd |
| Publisher Name: | Schiffer Publishing Ltd |
| Country of Publication: | GB |
| Publishing Date: | 2000-12-31 |
