UH-1 Huey - Modern Military Aircraft series (5001)

Whump! Whump! Whump! Thats the distinctive once-heard never-forgotten sound of an approaching Huey - the ubiquitous helicopter that has become a lasting symbol of America role in Vietnam. Officially designated the UH-1 Iroquois the Jeep of the Vietnam War became one of the most versatile and powerful weapons in the American arsenal and remains so today. With M 60D machine guns and 20mm cannons blazing the Huey spearheaded countless airmobile operations throughout Vietnam. Employing MAD mortars Huey crewman took part in low-level bombing missions. In the heat of combat Hueys and their crews defied enemy gunfire to carry out med-evac dust-offs... resupply ground troops... and offer air support both day and night. With more than 200 photographs - including many in full color - Huey gives a detailed history of the full operational life of this most remarkable aircraft. This is the full story of the Huey from the drawing board to the jungles of the Nam to its role in Americas present-day military make-up. Brimming with firsthand accounts by pilots as well as design specs unit markings armament and much more this hardcover edition of Huey is available exclusively to Military Book Club members.