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The Battle of Hamburger Hill (Ap Bia Mountain May 10-20, 1969) occurred during Operation Apache Snow, when US High Command decided to eliminate NVA Forces re-establishing themselves in and around the A Shau Valley; largely due to the previous TET offensive that had occurred earlier in 1968. Approximately 1800 men from 3 US Battalions of the 101st Airborne (Airmobile) Division were lifted into the area by "sticks" of 16 Slicks (Hueys), totalling 64 helicopters near the 970 meter tall mountain. Other ground battalions "swepted" for the NVA westward towards Laos. Ten Batteries of US Artillery (60 guns) supported the fight from 5 surrounding Firebases. US Fighter bombers blasted the hillsides for about an hour, followed by US Attack Helicopter Gunships with a few minutes of prep firing. The brunt of the fight was laid on the 3/187th Infantry (101st Abn (Ambl); over 50% casualties. When a US unit loses fifty per cent of their unit, they are rated, "NO-LONGER COMBAT EFFECTIVE." Although the average US Infantry Unit during the Vietnam War was averaged at about 600 men, at authorized strength; Nearly any Vietnam Veteran will state that "Nearly ALL" US units in the field in Vietnam were "under strength." Meaning that a 600 man battalion was more likely 400 to 500 men. 40 man platoons were often 30 man platoons, etc. Total US Casualties after the fight was estimated at approximately 70 dead and nearly 400 wounded. The hill was taken. 1969 was the year "Man Landed on the Moon." And MOST people in the US were wondering why a "World War 2" type battle was occurring in the "Space Age!" The Battle sparked an immediate CONTROVERSY. When the Generals involved were asked (By the press) why they just didn't "...B-52 the NVA off the mountain top...", the Generals replied, "...people have to learn you don't win battles by air power alone, it still takes men on the ground to win battles..." Most US Generals fighting in the Vietnam War WERE Veterans of World War 2. WWII was won by those men fighting many "Hamburger Hills" during World War 2. And Vietnam would be fought the same way!
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∙ 15y ago1. The war started on Bunker hill but was soon moved to Breeds Hill.=2. General Wahsington said "Don't fire till you see the whites of their eyes." What he meant was, let them get close so you can amke sure you kill them. (we were ammunition)==3. We were excited that we lost.==4. We lost because we ran out of ammunition. (They came up the hill, we chased them down, they came up we chased them down, they came up, we ran like heck)=
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∙ 12y agoIT was a battle, and it took place on bunker hill/
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Did marines fight at the battle hamburger hill?
Hamburger Hill was the 101st Air Cavalry Division and the 1st Cavalry Division, both Army units.
How long was Hamburger hill?
The battle for Hamburger Hill (Hill 937) fought during the Vietnam War lasted for ten days, from 10 to 20 May 1969.The movie Hamburger Hill, staring Clint Eastwood, was 2 and a half hours long.
What are interesting facts about the Battle of Bunker hill?
The battle of Bunker Hill took place on June 16, 1775.
Who died at hamburger hill?
Many men died at Hamburger Hill.
Was the Hamburger Hill battle just or unjust?
The question of whether the Hamburger Hill battle was just or unjust is subjective and depends on individual perspectives. From an ethical standpoint, some argue that the battle was unjust as it resulted in heavy casualties without significant strategic gains. Others contend that it was a necessary military operation to control the area and deny enemy access. Ultimately, the judgment of justice or injustice is open to debate.
Is Battle of Hamburger Hill also called kneeling beast?
when the hell was the battle of Hamburger Hill ? Maybe the battle of Bunker Hill!!!
When did Battle of Hamburger Hill happen?
Battle of Hamburger Hill happened on 20-05-10.
Was the battle of hamburger hill success?
The U.S. and South Vietnamese won The Battle Of Hamburger Hill
Did marines fight at the battle hamburger hill?
Hamburger Hill was the 101st Air Cavalry Division and the 1st Cavalry Division, both Army units.
Who was victorious in the battle of hamburger hill?
The 101st Abn (Ambl) Div.
What is the US name for the battle of Ap Bia?
Hamburger Hill. Officially it is know as the Battle of Hill 937, The soldiers who fought it named it hamburger hill, a joking reference to the Battle of Pork Chop hill fought during the Korean war, because both battles had little to no strategic or tactical value.
How long was Hamburger hill?
The battle for Hamburger Hill (Hill 937) fought during the Vietnam War lasted for ten days, from 10 to 20 May 1969.The movie Hamburger Hill, staring Clint Eastwood, was 2 and a half hours long.
How many survived the battle of hamburger hill?
There were about 2,400 patriot soldiers at the Battle of Bunker Hill, of these 115 were killed, 305 were wounded, and 30 were captured.
What date was the battle of hamburger hill in the Vietnam war?
10-20 May '69.
What was the name of the hill that the 101st Airborne engaged a North Vietnamese Regiment on Hill 937 forty-one years ago?
Battle of Hamburger Hill
What are interesting facts about the Battle of Bunker hill?
The battle of Bunker Hill took place on June 16, 1775.
What is the duration of Hamburger Hill?
The duration of Hamburger Hill is 1.87 hours.
