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Vietnam Firebases 1965-73 : American and Australian Forces by Randy E. M. Foster (2007, Trade Paperback)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherBloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN-101846031036
ISBN-139781846031038
eBay Product ID (ePID)54362765
Product Key Features
Book TitleVietnam Firebases 1965-73 : American and Australian Forces
Number of Pages64 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicMilitary / Vietnam War, Military / United States
Publication Year2007
IllustratorYes, Dennis, Peter
GenreHistory
AuthorRandy E. M. Foster
Book SeriesFortress Ser.
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.2 in
Item Weight6.9 Oz
Item Length9.8 in
Item Width7.2 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2007-272862
Dewey Edition22
Reviews"This is one of the best-written volumes in the entire series, well organized and well illustrated with photos and drawings. Those interested in field fortifications or in the great tragic American adventure in Indo-China will find this an excellent book. I highly recommend it." -- Bolling Smith, The Coast Defense Journal "The author provides a well-written text that introduces the reader to the era... The images in the book are for the most part well-chosen and very useful for modelers... those that wish to have a proper setting for a model, will find this book very useful. Other modelers who may wish to get a bit ambitious could also construct a position to include a bunker complex; again this book is the place to start! Highly recommended." -- Frank De Sisto, missing-lynx.com "... a very nicely done book." -- J. E. Kaufmann, Site O, "... a very nicely done book." -J. E. Kauffman, Site-O "This is one of the best-written volumes in the entire series, well organized and well illustrated with photos and drawings. Those interested in field fortifications or in the great tragic American adventure in Indo-China will find this an excellent book. I highly recommend it." -Bolling Smith, The Coast Defense Journal "The author provides a well-written text that introduces the reader to the era... The images in the book are for the most part well-chosen and very useful for modelers... those that wish to have a proper setting for a model, will find this book very useful. Other modelers who may wish to get a bit ambitious could also construct a position to include a bunker complex; again this book is the place to start! Highly recommended." -Frank De Sisto, missing-lynx.com, "... a very nicely done book." -J. E. Kauffman,Site-O "This is one of the best-written volumes in the entire series, well organized and well illustrated with photos and drawings. Those interested in field fortifications or in the great tragic American adventure in Indo-China will find this an excellent book. I highly recommend it." -Bolling Smith,The Coast Defense Journal "The author provides a well-written text that introduces the reader to the era... The images in the book are for the most part well-chosen and very useful for modelers... those that wish to have a proper setting for a model, will find this book very useful. Other modelers who may wish to get a bit ambitious could also construct a position to include a bunker complex; again this book is the place to start! Highly recommended." -Frank De Sisto,missing-lynx.com
Series Volume Number58
Dewey Decimal959.704/342
SynopsisImpressive in terms of scale and structure, the Fire Support Base became a dominant element in ground maneuver during the Vietnam War. Initially a mobile base, it soon evolved into a semi-permanent and more sophisticated fortress as a result of enemy counterattacks and bombardments. As a consequence, the majority of US and other allied troops found themselves pinned down in defensive or support roles, rather than being free to conduct 'search and destroy' or other mobile missions. Thus, the first and foremost function of the Fire Support Base was defensive. Troops, machine guns, mortars, artillery, surveillance radars, and command centers all had to be dug into bunkers and fire trenches by nightfall of the first day. Around these positions there would be deep belts of barbed wire, generously scattered with several different types of mines and even, in a few cases after 1967, with a brand new series of electronic sensors to detect and locate the enemy at a distance. With the benefit of the on-site howitzers, the FSB could also deliver offensive high volume fire, reaching as far as 14,600m and eliminating enemy firing sites, supporting friendly infantry operations, or simply participating in fire missions where exact targets were not known. In fact, the fort offered such a degree of support and protection that ground maneuver was eventually hampered by the troop's reluctance to leave the comfort and safety of the FSB. With a description of the design, development and operational history of the Fire Support Base, this book provides the key to understanding one of the main assets of US battle strategy in the Vietnam War.
LC Classification NumberDS558.9.A77F67 2007
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- Dec 06, 2022
Vietnam Firebases
Haven't completely read the book, but it is very detailed about the mission and layout of a firebase. There is a map illustration location of firebases in Vietnam.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
