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Though at first glance, this might refer to a rodent, the term applies to the individuals who, generally armed with a handgun and flashlight, crawled into tunnels dug by the enemy in the Vietnam conflict. These soldiers braved an armed adversary, booby traps, pitfalls and other nasty things to insure the tunnels were clear.
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American military personnel who searched the Vietcong tunnels were called?
Always (usually) a volunteer...the tunnel rat.
What year did the tunnel connect from England to France?
The tunnel was completed for railway running in 1993. The first tunnel breakthrough happened in 1990.
What is the duration of Tunnel War?
The duration of Tunnel War is 1.58 hours.
What animal was the animal for 2008 in china?
2008 was the year of the rat!!The Chinese animal for 2008 is a rat
When was the holland tunnel built?
The Holland Tunnel was constructed in 1922 through 1927. Planning began in 1920.
What actors and actresses appeared in Tunnel Rat - 1997?
The cast of Tunnel Rat - 1997 includes: Stirling Gardner as Brown Brian Thesing as Brian
What was worst job a US serviceman could have in Vietnam?
Tunnel Rat is the worst job in Vietnam.
American military personnel who searched the Vietcong tunnels were called?
Always (usually) a volunteer...the tunnel rat.
What did Christopher whisper in the ear of the rude guy who referred to him as rat and tunnel boy on the Sopranos TV series?
you stinkbomb...that's what he whispered.
What was the Average life expectancy of a us tunnel rat?
The same as the rest of the GI's. The work was mostly scary; snakes, spiders, darkness, etc.
What is a tunnel rat in Vietnam?
A tunnel rat in Vietnam refers to a soldier, typically from the U.S. or South Vietnamese forces, tasked with exploring and neutralizing the extensive network of tunnels used by the Viet Cong. These tunnels served as hiding places, storage for supplies, and bases for launching attacks. Tunnel rats faced significant dangers, including booby traps, enemy combatants, and the claustrophobic conditions within the tunnels. Their missions were critical in disrupting enemy operations and gaining intelligence during the Vietnam War.
What is a Vietnam tunnel rat?
During the Vietnam war the Vietcong made a tunnel network under Vietnam which they used for communication and supply routes. When the American troops found the entrance to one of these tunnels they would send one soldier down into the tunnel armed only with a gun, a knife, a flashlight and a piece of string. These soldiers were called 'tunnel rats'. They would explore the tunnels and then bring any papers or information back to the rest of his troops at the entrance to the tunnel. Many 'tunnel rats' were killed while down in the tunnels as the Vietcong set booby traps to kill the 'tunnel rats'.
Home of rat called?
The home of a rat is typically referred to as a burrow or a nest. Rats are known to create intricate tunnel systems underground to protect themselves and their young from predators. They may also nest in dark, secluded areas within buildings or structures.
What actors and actresses appeared in Dangerous Missions - 1999?
The cast of Dangerous Missions - 1999 includes: Beau Billingslea as Narrator Tony Cimmarusti Harlan Glenn as Tunnel Rat
What is tunnel in French?
The same, tunnel.
What are prairie dog towns made up of?
Praire dogs as in the little rat that lives under the ground? They make their homes in an eviorment with Firm Packed soil to make it so they can tunnel through the ground.
What is the world's longest canal tunnel?
The world's longest canal tunnel is the Rove Tunnel in France. The Stad Ship Tunnel in Norway is shorter, wider, and deeper.
