Synopsis
Marine Corps helicopter crews found little glory waiting for them in faraway Vietnam. Instead they became locked in a savage struggle with Sino-Soviet pawns in a daily battle for survival. The author, a Marine helicopter pilot in Vietnam, blends fascinating detail with grim realism. He synopsizes After Action Reports, Unit Diaries, Command Chronologies, and other records from Marine Corps archives to build a mesmerizing true story. Onto this framework he weaves personal accounts from helicopter crews and infantrymen. Day by day he breathes life into this eloquent saga of Marines at war. Step through this unique looking-glass into the crucible of combat in Vietnam. Experience the danger and fear, the perils and sacrifices, the madness and passion shared by helicopter crews and infantrymen. Their brotherhood, unity, and loyalty became their victory.
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About the Author
Marion Sturkey was a young Marine NCO when he was selected for flight training in 1963. Two years later he was commissioned and designated a Naval Aviator. He flew H-46 helicopters in Vietnam during 1966 and 1967. After release from active duty with the rank of captain, he became a commercial pilot for the oil and gas industry. He later held managerial positions at AT&T for 25 years and served as a guest instructor at Bell Communications Research. This is his 19th book.
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BONNIE-SUE: A Marine Corps Helicopter Squadron in Vietnam
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Heritage Press International, 2023
ISBN 10: 099130117X
ISBN 13: 9780991301171
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Unknown. Condition: As New. No Jacket. Marion F. Sturkey (illustrator). Pages are clean and are not marred by notes or folds of any kind. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G099130117XI2N00