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A UH-1 helicopter gunship fires a 2. 75-inch rocket, Vietnam War, 1969
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A UH-1 helicopter gunship fires a 2. 75-inch rocket, Vietnam War, 1969
October 1969 - A UH-1 helicopter gunship of Helicopter Attack (Light) Squadron Three, Detachment Three, fires a 2.75-inch rocket in support of two River Patrol Boats (PBR) of River Section 523, during Game Warden operations in the Mekong Delta, Republic of Vietnam. The action was on the Co Chien River, fifty miles southwest of Saigon. The PBR and helicopter units were based at Vinh Long
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This print captures a pivotal moment during the Vietnam War in 1969. In October of that year, a UH-1 helicopter gunship belonging to Helicopter Attack (Light) Squadron Three, Detachment Three, unleashes a powerful 2.75-inch rocket in support of two River Patrol Boats (PBR) from River Section 523. The intense action takes place on the Co Chien River, located fifty miles southwest of Saigon in the Mekong Delta region of the Republic of Vietnam. The image showcases the sheer power and precision of this military aircraft as it maneuvers through the air with remarkable agility. With no people visible in the frame, all attention is focused on this historic world event unfolding before our eyes. The UH-1 Huey gunship's rotorcraft design and its role as an essential utility aircraft for Bell Helicopters are highlighted here. This photograph serves as a reminder of the bravery and dedication displayed by members of the US armed forces during combat operations in South Vietnam. It symbolizes their relentless pursuit to protect and serve while showcasing advanced aerial technology employed at that time. As we gaze upon this striking image captured by Stocktrek Images, we are transported back to a significant chapter in American history where helicopters like these played a crucial role in reconnaissance missions, airstrikes, and providing support to ground troops.
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