Description: WATERBORNE WARRIORS: US Army Riverine Craft in Vietnam by SFC John M. Carrico, US Army Ret. NEW First Edition stated paperback, 2011. Examines the unique watercraft operated by the US Army during the Vietnam War. Combines years of painstaking research with many never-before-published photographs provided by veterans, the National Archives, and the US Army Military History Institute. Begins with a historical overview of riverine operations, providing insight into the unique mobility challenges that faced the US Army in Southeast Asia. Each type of army riverine craft is detailed in its own chapter including landing craft, hovercraft, patrol boats, airboats, and small utility boats. The hovercraft chapter provides an in-depth look at the only remaining SK-5 Air-cushion Vehicle on display at Fort Eustis, VA. Excellent reference for military history enthusiast, scale modeler, or veteran. NEW First Edition stated paperback, unread with semi-gloss pages and edges clean and unmarked. Binding tight with spine not creased. Cover shows no corner or edge wear with no tears and very light scuffing. Not a remainder. 8.5" x 11." B&W and color photos, line drawings with specifications, list of terminology, and text. 100 pgs.
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money back or replacement (buyer's choice)
Book Title: Waterborne Warriors
Signed: No
Ex Libris: No
Narrative Type: Nonfiction
Publisher: Brown Water Enterprises
Original Language: English
Item Length: 11 in
Intended Audience: Adults
Inscribed: No
Edition: First Edition
Vintage: No
Publication Year: 2011
Type: Picture Book
Format: Trade Paperback
Language: English
Author: John M. Carrico
Personalized: No
Features: Illustrated, Terminology
Genre: Engineering & Technology, History, Military, Transportation, War & Combat
Topic: Brown Water, Combat, River Boats, Riverine, US Army, Vietnam War
Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Item Width: 8.5 in
Number of Pages: 100 pgs
