This volume of the series looked at the War from the aspect of the "Patches," the big units of the U.S. Army which fought in the war (with just a couple of notable exceptions). These units include the 25th Infantry ("Tropic Lightning"), the 173rd Airborne Brigade ("Sky Soldiers") and the ill-fated Americal Division (24th Infantry Division). The book provides thumbnails of how the divisions were employed, what the state of their training and manning was upon arrival in Vietnam, what operations they participated in and where they operated. Each division is discussed in context and a graphic provides the period of service, the names of commanders and which brigades, regiments, battalions and independent companies/detachments came under their colors. The book also includes a section of original artwork showing the various uniforms worn by the Army during the conflict. If the Army in Vietnam is what interests you, then this book is for you!
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