Author: United States. Congress. House. Committee on Appropriations
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 772
Book Description
Department of Defense Appropriations for ...
Author: United States. Congress. House. Committee on Appropriations
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 772
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 772
Book Description
The Praetorian STARShip : the untold story of the Combat Talon
Author:
Publisher: DIANE Publishing
ISBN: 1428990437
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 507
Book Description
Jerry Thigpen's study on the history of the Combat Talon is the first effort to tell the story of this wonderfully capable machine. This weapons system has performed virtually every imaginable tactical event in the spectrum of conflict and by any measure is the most versatile C-130 derivative ever produced. First modified and sent to Southeast Asia (SEA) in 1966 to replace theater unconventional warfare (UW) assets that were limited in both lift capability and speed the Talon I quickly adapted to theater UW tasking including infiltration and resupply and psychological warfare operations into North Vietnam. After spending four years in SEA and maturing into a highly respected UW weapons system the Joint Chief of Staff (JCS) chose the Combat Talon to lead the night low-level raid on the North Vietnamese prison camp at Son Tay. Despite the outcome of the operation the Talon I cemented its reputation as the weapons system of choice for long-range clandestine operations. In the period following the Vietnam War United States Air Force (USAF) special operations gradually lost its political and financial support which was graphically demonstrated in the failed Desert One mission into Iran. Thanks to congressional supporters like Earl Hutto of Florida and Dan Daniel of Virginia funds for aircraft upgrades and military construction projects materialized to meet the ever-increasing threat to our nation. Under the leadership of such committed hard-driven officers as Brenci Uttaro Ferkes Meller and Thigpen the crew force became the most disciplined in our Air Force. It was capable of penetrating hostile airspace at night in a low-level mountainous environment covertly to execute any number of unconventional warfare missions.
Publisher: DIANE Publishing
ISBN: 1428990437
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 507
Book Description
Jerry Thigpen's study on the history of the Combat Talon is the first effort to tell the story of this wonderfully capable machine. This weapons system has performed virtually every imaginable tactical event in the spectrum of conflict and by any measure is the most versatile C-130 derivative ever produced. First modified and sent to Southeast Asia (SEA) in 1966 to replace theater unconventional warfare (UW) assets that were limited in both lift capability and speed the Talon I quickly adapted to theater UW tasking including infiltration and resupply and psychological warfare operations into North Vietnam. After spending four years in SEA and maturing into a highly respected UW weapons system the Joint Chief of Staff (JCS) chose the Combat Talon to lead the night low-level raid on the North Vietnamese prison camp at Son Tay. Despite the outcome of the operation the Talon I cemented its reputation as the weapons system of choice for long-range clandestine operations. In the period following the Vietnam War United States Air Force (USAF) special operations gradually lost its political and financial support which was graphically demonstrated in the failed Desert One mission into Iran. Thanks to congressional supporters like Earl Hutto of Florida and Dan Daniel of Virginia funds for aircraft upgrades and military construction projects materialized to meet the ever-increasing threat to our nation. Under the leadership of such committed hard-driven officers as Brenci Uttaro Ferkes Meller and Thigpen the crew force became the most disciplined in our Air Force. It was capable of penetrating hostile airspace at night in a low-level mountainous environment covertly to execute any number of unconventional warfare missions.
Horses and Helicopters
Author: Jim Downey
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 1491734310
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 133
Book Description
Horses and Helicopters, is about my father Major James R. Downey JR, US Army Retired and Technical Sgt. James R. Downey III. MA, US Air Force Retired, and their military experiences. [Part I] "Horses" is an chronological review of "Pops" travel. He did not talk much about experiences except when he and his military friend met and I happened to be listening. My thought was that I would at least leave a little taste for my kids. It would have been nice if I knew more about that part of his life. It all really got started when I received a questioner from one of the fighter squadrons I had the privilege being part of during the Vietnam Conflict. After Vietnam. I put the questioners on a computer and would work on answering the questions time permitted. I used the question as a guide; the answer might not have anything to do with the question, but did key a memory. Each question has three responses, DaNang, Udorn, and Korat. About half way through the questions I became curious about what "POPs" experience were, so I went through all his pictures and papers to include some research information. I had to do his chronologically because I could not ask him questions. He died in 1986. He enlisted at the age of 16 in the Horse Calvary 1927 breaking horses, thus the Horse part of the book. He is on the cover and is the trooper in the middle. His travels started in 1930 to the Philippines & China, 1932 when Japan invaded. . In the 1940's he went from being a First Sargent of a Negro Artillery Battalion to 2nd Lieutenant. England, France, and Germany were next, and then back to the Philippines for the X Day invasion. Then 1949, WE went back to Germany as a family for three years occupation forces. In 1955 and after 28 years he retired. [Part II] "Helicopters" is about my 3 tours to The Republic of Vietnam (RVN). [1] In 1966 1967 Danang, (RVN) "Rocket City, Musical chairs and Russian roulette". 366 Tactical Fighter Squadron, F4 Phantoms. [2] In 1969 1970, Udorn, Thailand, L98 Laos, and Vietnam 40th ARRS, HH-53 aircraft. [3] In 1972 1973 Karat, Udorn Thailand, Ben Hoa RVN," Again with the rockets" 354 TFW. A7D aircraft. Some pictures are included. It is easier to use the Table of Contents as a guide.
Publisher: iUniverse
ISBN: 1491734310
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 133
Book Description
Horses and Helicopters, is about my father Major James R. Downey JR, US Army Retired and Technical Sgt. James R. Downey III. MA, US Air Force Retired, and their military experiences. [Part I] "Horses" is an chronological review of "Pops" travel. He did not talk much about experiences except when he and his military friend met and I happened to be listening. My thought was that I would at least leave a little taste for my kids. It would have been nice if I knew more about that part of his life. It all really got started when I received a questioner from one of the fighter squadrons I had the privilege being part of during the Vietnam Conflict. After Vietnam. I put the questioners on a computer and would work on answering the questions time permitted. I used the question as a guide; the answer might not have anything to do with the question, but did key a memory. Each question has three responses, DaNang, Udorn, and Korat. About half way through the questions I became curious about what "POPs" experience were, so I went through all his pictures and papers to include some research information. I had to do his chronologically because I could not ask him questions. He died in 1986. He enlisted at the age of 16 in the Horse Calvary 1927 breaking horses, thus the Horse part of the book. He is on the cover and is the trooper in the middle. His travels started in 1930 to the Philippines & China, 1932 when Japan invaded. . In the 1940's he went from being a First Sargent of a Negro Artillery Battalion to 2nd Lieutenant. England, France, and Germany were next, and then back to the Philippines for the X Day invasion. Then 1949, WE went back to Germany as a family for three years occupation forces. In 1955 and after 28 years he retired. [Part II] "Helicopters" is about my 3 tours to The Republic of Vietnam (RVN). [1] In 1966 1967 Danang, (RVN) "Rocket City, Musical chairs and Russian roulette". 366 Tactical Fighter Squadron, F4 Phantoms. [2] In 1969 1970, Udorn, Thailand, L98 Laos, and Vietnam 40th ARRS, HH-53 aircraft. [3] In 1972 1973 Karat, Udorn Thailand, Ben Hoa RVN," Again with the rockets" 354 TFW. A7D aircraft. Some pictures are included. It is easier to use the Table of Contents as a guide.
Tactical Airlift
Author: Ray L. Bowers
Publisher: Department of the Air Force
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 930
Book Description
Air Force History and Museums Program. Presents the United States Air Force’s use of one form of air power, tactical airlift aviation, in the changing limited warfare situation in Vietnam. Covers the period from the decision of President Truman to assist the French in 1950 to the end of United States involvement in 1975.
Publisher: Department of the Air Force
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 930
Book Description
Air Force History and Museums Program. Presents the United States Air Force’s use of one form of air power, tactical airlift aviation, in the changing limited warfare situation in Vietnam. Covers the period from the decision of President Truman to assist the French in 1950 to the end of United States involvement in 1975.
Department of Defense Appropriations for 1987: Air Force procurement
Author: United States. Congress. House. Committee on Appropriations. Subcommittee on Department of Defense
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : United States
Languages : en
Pages : 880
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : United States
Languages : en
Pages : 880
Book Description
Department of Defense appropriations for 1987
Author: United States. Congress. House. Committee on Appropriations. Subcommittee on Department of Defense
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 884
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 884
Book Description
Reflections
Author: Robert Pollock
Publisher: Page Publishing Inc
ISBN: 1684092655
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 110
Book Description
Reflections by Robert Pollock [--------------------------------------------]
Publisher: Page Publishing Inc
ISBN: 1684092655
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 110
Book Description
Reflections by Robert Pollock [--------------------------------------------]
US Special Operation Forces Handbook Volume 3 US Army Special Operation Forces: Strategic Information and Materials
Author: IBP USA
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1433057727
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 278
Book Description
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1433057727
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 278
Book Description
Warrior Elite
Author: Nigel Cawthorne
Publisher: Ulysses Press
ISBN: 1569759308
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 322
Book Description
Looks at thirty-one special operations missions throughout history, including the battle of Tora Bora, the Falklands War, the raid on Entebbe, and the killing of Osama bin Laden.
Publisher: Ulysses Press
ISBN: 1569759308
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 322
Book Description
Looks at thirty-one special operations missions throughout history, including the battle of Tora Bora, the Falklands War, the raid on Entebbe, and the killing of Osama bin Laden.
The MAC Flyer
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Aeronautics, Military
Languages : en
Pages : 394
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Aeronautics, Military
Languages : en
Pages : 394
Book Description