US Marine Rifleman in Vietnam: 1965-1973 (Warrior , No 23) - Softcover

Melson, Charles D.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 185532542X ISBN 13: 9781855325425

Publisher: Osprey Publishing, 1998

Synopsis

This volume provides an in-depth look at the experience of the ordinary US marine 'grunt' in Vietnam. Organisation of the corps, weaponry, equipment, uniforms, training and medical arrangements are all discussed. However, where this book differs from other similar works is not only in the detail that it goes into but also in the unifying theme of examining all these differing aspects of marine life from the point of view of a soldier serving in the conflict. The author, Charles Melson, actually served in the Vietnam War (1955-1975), and it is this personal experience that allows him to provide such a unique angle on the subject.

About this title

From the Publisher:

Insights into the real lives of history's fighting men, packed with full colour illustrations, highly detailed cutaways, exploded artwork of weaponry and armour, and action-packed battle scenes.

About the Author:

Charles Melson joined the Marines in 1967. Among other conflicts, his service included the war in Vietnam. From 1986, he was a writer with the Marine Corps Historical Centre and a working member of the Marine Corps Uniform Board. His work for Osprey includes the Elite titles Vietnam Marines and Marine Recon 1940-90.

About this edition

• Publisher: Osprey Publishing
• Publication date: 1998
• ISBN 10: 185532542X
• ISBN 13: 9781855325425
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 64
• Illustrator: Bujeiro Ramiro