UNIFORMS AND EQUIPMENT OF US ARMY INFANTRY, LLRPS, AND RANGERS IN VIETNAM 1965-1971

Author: Paul W. Miraldi

Publisher: Schiffer Publications

Year published: 1999

Pagination: Large format, 208pp, 600 color & b/w photographs

Condition: New in d/w

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A comprehensive guide to the history and development of uniforms and equipment during the Vietnam era. Examines insignia, headgear, camouflage uniforms, experimental and modified items, flak armor, boots, accessories and personal items. Using re-constructed photos and detailed text, the author recreates the look and appearance of Rangers, medics, scouts, machine gunners, Pathfinders and riflemen. Contains an appendix of post war gear and camouflage, plus a comparison between actual wartime issue and Post War Produced items. Packed with over 500 detailed color photographs including many previously unpublished veteran's originals.