- Paperback: 64 pages
- Publisher: Osprey Publishing (Aug 29 2006)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 184603003X
- ISBN-13: 978-1846030031
- Product Dimensions: 19.8 x 18.5 x 0.5 cm
- Shipping Weight: 136 g
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#184,512 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #77 in Books > History > Asia > Vietnam > Vietnam War
- #77 in Books > History > Military > United States > Vietnam War
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"Overall, it is an intriguing book covering a period of time that we all hoped would not be repeated. It is one that I found difficult to put down and I'm sure you will as well." -Scott Van Aken, modelingmadness.com
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Field fortifications and tunnel systems are typically thought of as defensive and active protective measures, but the VC/NVA also employed them offensively. It was common for extensive field works to be constructed to support assaults and sieges on US fire-support bases and remote camps. Their tactics reflected attempts to counter the massive firepower they faced: when directly engaging the enemy they employed “hugging” tactics (moving in and remaining closely engaged, even intermingling units, to prevent the enemy from bringing his artillery and close air support to bear). Their field works included defended villages, base camps, fortified complexes, hilltop defenses, trench systems, individual fighting positions, crew-served weapon positions, bunkers, caches, and extensive tunnel systems. Camouflage and deceptive measures, and the employment of obstacles and booby traps went hand-in-hand with such field works. This book examines these unique fortifications.
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Good basic understanding, Nov 17 2008
By S. Klepper - Published on Amazon.com
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This review is from: Viet Cong and NVA Tunnels and Fortifications of the Vietnam War (Paperback)
Osprey publication, 64pages. Lots of photographs & computer generated drawings to illustrate the tunnels, from simple one man entrenchments to full underground villages & military bases. Pics from both sides.The brits have put out a good book.
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Very Detailed and Informative, Mar 28 2011
By Joseph Crowson - Published on Amazon.com
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This review is from: Viet Cong and NVA Tunnels and Fortifications of the Vietnam War (Paperback)
Yet another great book by Osprey, this goes into great "depth",literally, as it describes the genius designs of the VC/NVA Tunnel and Fighting complexes in 'Nam. Early in the war American Conventional Units were stunned at how the enemy "melted into the jungle", escaping the massive firepower of the west. Tunnels were not unheard of but no one realized the tactical importance of them to the enemy. This book offers the reader very detailed illustrations as to the construction and layout. Complex underground hospitals, command centers, and "dien bein phu kitchens" kept the enemy with the advantage of fight or flight. Add this with "The Tunnels of Cu Chi" and one will get a better sense why the NVA were able to turn the tides of the war in Vietnam.
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Great, May 24 2009
By Philip D. Sacco - Published on Amazon.com
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This Book was Great. I would buy from this seller again anytime I need a Book.
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