Loach pilots were known for their exceptional flying skills and endurance. They often operated at low altitudes, exposing themselves to enemy fire while providing critical information to ground forces.
The 25th division was created with the assistance and guidance of the United States military advisors who were supporting South Vietnam in its fight against the North Vietnamese and Viet Cong.
As his daughter did some research hoping to find some of Airman Neil Shapiros wartime buddies, she came to a horrible conclusion. He was the only one to survive.
Pvt. Larry Sundstrom with a shy little girl he encountered outside the wire, on a sweep south of Saigon. He was with the 199th Light Infantry. He still wonders what happened to her….,
Chappelle was one of the first American journalists to cover the Vietnam War. She spent a considerable amount of time in the conflict zone, capturing the realities faced by both American and Vietnamese soldiers.
Chris Noel made multiple trips to Vietnam to entertain and support the troops. She performed in live shows, visited military bases, and spent time with servicemen and women.
