Johnson, Tom A.
To the Limit: An Air Cav Huey Pilot in Vietnam
- ISBN 13:
- 9781597970013
- author:
- Johnson, Tom A.
- format:
- HardBack
- publisher:
- Potomac Books Inc
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2006
- Pages:
- 352
- Dimensions:
- 150mm X 230mm
- Genre:
- Biographies & True Stories
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Helicopter pilots in Vietnam were often referred to as "glorified bus drivers", but they played a crucial role in saving thousands of American lives. Tom A. Johnson flew the UH-1 "Iroquois" - better known as the "Huey" - and accumulated an impressive 1,600 flying hours between June 1967 and June 1968. Johnson's battalion was one of the most highly decorated units in the Vietnam War, and he survived numerous rescue missions and key battles, including those for Hue and Khe Sanh. His memoir offers a unique perspective on how the war was really fought, making it a compelling read for anyone interested in this period of history. This book provides a firsthand account of life as an air cav helicopter pilot in Vietnam, shedding light on the experiences of those who served in one of the most dangerous jobs of the war.
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