OSPREY COMBAT AIRCRAFT 93: A-6 INTRUDER UNITS OF THE VIETNAM WAR

Description: A-6 Intruder Units of the Vietnam War (Combat Aircraft, 93) Publisher: Osprey PublishingPublication Date: 2012Binding: paperbackIllustrator: Laurier, JimCondition: LIKE NEWAbout this titleSynopsis:Designed in the years following the Korean war and then manufactured for over 30 years starting in 1960, the A-6 quickly became the most capable attack aircraft in the US Navy's stable. The first squadron, VA-75, made its initial deployment directly into combat in south-east Asia in 1965, and, over the next eight years, ten US Navy and four Marine Intruder squadrons would conduct combat operations throughout Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia. After initial problems and a high loss rate, the type proved itself beyond all doubt as the Naval services' best night and foul-weather platform, particularly during the region's notorious monsoon season, which could ground almost all other in-theatre aircraft due to heavy rains and low visibility. The A-6 Intruder became a true classic of naval aviation over the skies of North Vietnam, with 14 of its crews being honoured with the second highest decoration in Naval service, the Navy Cross. The cost was high as 69 Intruders were lost in combat to all causes during the war. This work tells the complete story of these aircraft in combat during the Vietnam War.*DISCLAIMER NOTES: 1) PHOTOS: PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOU INSPECT ALL PICTURES.WE MAY INCLUDE STOCK IMAGES FOR BETTER REPRESENTATION.WE WILL ALWAYS INCLUDE PICTURES OF THE ITEM THAT YOU WILL RECEIVE WHEN POSSIBLE. IF WE HAVE MULTIPLES OF THE SAME ITEM THE PICTURES WILL BE STOCK PHOTOS.2) CONDITION: Due to age and storage, the package may have some shelf wear, dings, and dents. Any significant damage or defects will be noted below.3) PRICE REFLECTS: THE CONDITION, RARITY AND COLLECTABILITY

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