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There were several Navy jets used in Vietnam, however, the primary fighter aircraft was the F-4 Phantom and the retiring F-8 Crusader. The Navy also used many of their Korean era aircraft in an attack role, one in particular was the A-1 Skyraider. The US Navy also used the A-4 Skyhawk, the A-6 Intruder, and the A-7 Corsair II. The Navy used quite a few specialty aircraft for spotting, surveillance, and refuelling. This was a big period of experimental aircraft for the Navy, but many of these aircraft were not built as the conflict was quickly being brought to a halt.
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When was the B-52 stratosphere first used in combat?
During The Vietnam War
How long after the korean war did vietnam war begin?
If by "Vietnam War" you meant the war in Vietnam that involved direct US combat forces then the year 1964 can be used as the year that war actually began. That was 11 years after the end of the Korean War in 1953.
What was the draft system?
During the Vietnam war , the U.S.a used the draft system, that is you could be drafted into the army, navy or air force.
What questions do you ask for a Social Studies Fair Project on Vietnam War Weapons?
1. How did jet aircraft during the Vietnam War influence todays's air defense systems (today's anti-aircraft missiles/artillery and jet interceptors)? 2. How did the US Navy's role in Vietnam effect today's 21st century navy? 3. How did US armor (tanks and AFV's) effect today's 21st century armor? 4. What made the Viet War so special in regards to the small arms (rifles, pistols, machineguns, etc.) used then, and used today? 5. What was learned in Vietnam, in regards to hi-performance jet aircraft; in regards to aerial combat (dog-fighting) and the fighter/bomber role...supporting troops on the ground? 6. What was learned in Vietnam, in regards to personnel body armor for ground troops? 7. What was learned in Vietnam, in regards to rotor-wing aircraft (helicopters)?
Did you use scuba gear in the Vietnam War?
I did not myself, but friends of mine did. SCUBA equipment had been around for many years, and was used by Navy personnel from time to time.
When was the B-52 stratosphere first used in combat?
During The Vietnam War
What new tricks were used in the Vietnam war?
Anti-tank missiles TOW & SAGGER saw their first combat use in Vietnam in 1972.
How long after the korean war did vietnam war begin?
If by "Vietnam War" you meant the war in Vietnam that involved direct US combat forces then the year 1964 can be used as the year that war actually began. That was 11 years after the end of the Korean War in 1953.
How did north Vietnam's and Vietcong combat strategies differ from those of the American forces?
They used guerilla tactics
Was the F-16 utilized by the Navy?
The US Navy never used the F-16 in an operational capacity. They have used a very small number of F-16s for dissimilar air combat training.
What are the navy jobs besides the seals that have infantry combat?
In the U.S. Navy, besides Navy SEALs, there are multiple ratings (jobs) that involve infantry combat. Some of these include Special Warfare Combatant-Craft Crewmen (SWCC), explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) technicians, and Naval Special Warfare (NSW) combat medics. These roles involve specialized training and skills in combat operations on land and in water.
What was the draft system?
During the Vietnam war , the U.S.a used the draft system, that is you could be drafted into the army, navy or air force.
Blue water Navy in Vietnam?
Although probably not used officially during the war, the "Blue Water Navy" was the opposite of the actual existing USN BROWN WATER NAVY of the Vietnam War. The Brown Water Navy was the US Navy's "Riverine Forces" (Swift Boats, Monitors, Alpha boats, PBRs, etc.). The Blue Water Navy was the (Real Navy?) aircraft carriers, battleship (USS New Jersey), heavy & light cruisers, and destroyers providing naval gunfire support from the gunline.
Was the A-1 warthog used in the Vietnam war?
Yes and no... The A-1 (Skyraider) was used in the Vietnam war, how ever, it is not the Warthog. The A-10 Thunderbolt is commonly known as the warthog but it first saw combat in the first gulf war in 1991. (It was first deployed in 1976)
What is an important event that happened in Vietnam?
Super-sonic jet combat over the skies of North Vietnam. Modern aerial jet duels during the Vietnam War formed (not helped...but BUILT) today's super jet fighter/bombers. Vietnam was the ONLY time in US history that "hi-tech" jet aircraft were used in combat against an AGGRESSIVE & COMPETENT foe! The results of that combat experience is reflected in the F-16s, F-15s, F-18s, and F-22s of today. Notice that ALL US fighter/bombers have GUNS installed on them. If it wasn't for the Vietnam experience... they wouldn't have those GUNS. The "former" (they're degressing today) gun fighting schools of TOP GUN (US Navy) and RED FLAG (US Air Force) were specifically created to retrain US fighter pilots in the "art" of aerial dog-fighting (not the name used by the schools, they use more scientific names), but to the common reader...it was dog-fighting. The Viet War brought back the good old fashioned gun to gun aerial duel and the skills that went with them.
How is the US flag used in wars?
1. US Navy ships fly the US flag in combat. 2. No flags are flown by the US Air Force in combat, the Vietnam War was the last war in which the USAF painted the Red, White, and Blue insignia on their aircraft. Post Vietnam is the "sub-dued" look (all black). 3. The US Army used to fly it's flag at some firebases, etc. But they drew lots of 122mm rocket fire, coupled with mortars...so the army kept a low profile on "flag waving" during the war. 4. The US Marines, being part of the US Navy, may have flown the US flag at Khe Sahn during the siege in '68.
WHAT is the oldest ship name used by the navy?
kitty halk
