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The US Navy's "Riverine Force" in the Vietnam War. The riverine force operated Monitors, Alpha boats, PBRs, and Swift Boats.
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Are the destroyers up river in Vietnam considered brown water navy?
No, destroyers are not considered part of the brown water navy in Vietnam. The brown water navy refers specifically to naval forces that operate in the shallow waters of rivers and coastal areas, typically using smaller vessels designed for riverine combat and support. Destroyers, being larger ocean-going ships, are classified as part of the blue water navy, which operates in deeper waters.
What is brown water vessels?
Inland water ways or rivers. During the Vietnam War the US Navy operated a "Brown Water Navy" which basically meant a riverine force. One type of vessel operating in that war was the 50' aluminum hulled "Swift Boat."
Was the USS St. Paul a brown water navy ship?
No. She was a heavy cruiser of the regular US Navy. Brown Water Navy was a special part of the US Navy that existed in only two wars: US Civil War (1860s) & Vietnam War (1960s). The USN Brown Water Navy was basically a river navy, in both the Civil War & Vietnam. In Vietnam the BWN consisted of Swift Boats, PBRs, ASPBs (aka Alpha Boats, ASPB stood for Assault Support Patrol Boat), and Monitors. The Civil War Monitors were armed with 11" guns in turrets & the Vietnam Monitors mounted either a 40mm or 105mm cannon in a turret.
Was the uss madera county lst-905 a brown water navy ship?
Yes she was. Arrived in VN 1966 operated under NAVSUPV (Naval Support Activites Vietnam) and MSTS (Military Sea Trans;ort Service) until June of 1968. From 1968-1969 assigned to the MRF (Mobile Riverine Force). She was sold or given to Philippine Navy in 1969. Daniel A. Brown Former SM2, USS madera County (LST-905) uguse 1967 = Aug 1968.
Is danag harbor or the siagon river a inland waterway as defined by the us navy?
As far as the "US Army" was concerned, all rivers in Vietnam were considered to be "inland waters." The US Navy operated their "Riverine Forces" under their new branch titled the "Brown Water Navy." This was in contrast to the USN's deep water ocean going warships.
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.
Are the destroyers up river in Vietnam considered brown water navy?
No, destroyers are not considered part of the brown water navy in Vietnam. The brown water navy refers specifically to naval forces that operate in the shallow waters of rivers and coastal areas, typically using smaller vessels designed for riverine combat and support. Destroyers, being larger ocean-going ships, are classified as part of the blue water navy, which operates in deeper waters.
What is brown water vessels?
Inland water ways or rivers. During the Vietnam War the US Navy operated a "Brown Water Navy" which basically meant a riverine force. One type of vessel operating in that war was the 50' aluminum hulled "Swift Boat."
What did john Kerry do in brown water navy?
John Kerry served as a lieutenant in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War, where he was assigned to the Brown Water Navy, a force that operated in the coastal and riverine waters of Vietnam. He commanded a swift boat (PCF-94), conducting patrols, engaging in combat operations, and participating in search-and-destroy missions against Viet Cong forces. Kerry's experiences in the Brown Water Navy significantly influenced his later political career and his outspoken opposition to the Vietnam War.
Was the USS St. Paul a brown water navy ship?
No. She was a heavy cruiser of the regular US Navy. Brown Water Navy was a special part of the US Navy that existed in only two wars: US Civil War (1860s) & Vietnam War (1960s). The USN Brown Water Navy was basically a river navy, in both the Civil War & Vietnam. In Vietnam the BWN consisted of Swift Boats, PBRs, ASPBs (aka Alpha Boats, ASPB stood for Assault Support Patrol Boat), and Monitors. The Civil War Monitors were armed with 11" guns in turrets & the Vietnam Monitors mounted either a 40mm or 105mm cannon in a turret.
When did Samuel Brown - Royal Navy officer - die?
Samuel Brown - Royal Navy officer - died in 1852.
When was Samuel Brown - Royal Navy officer - born?
Samuel Brown - Royal Navy officer - was born in 1776.
Can you wear a navy blue shirt with brown pants?
yes that would look good no! navy and brown deffinitely clash
How many times has the US Navy had a Brown Water Navy?
Twice; once during the US Civil War (1861-1865), and once during the Vietnam War (1965-1970).
What paint color does brown navy and black make?
A darker navy blue
What are the only four colleges named for colors?
brown university. Siena College Auburn University Navy How about adding Hunter College to the list? Or Bowling Green? navy is not a color as in navy blue like army is not a color but army green is.
What carriers of aircraft served in Vietnam brown water riverine forces?
Aircraft Carriers are capital warships (a position formerly held by battleships). During the Vietnam War, Carriers, Battleships (the USS New Jersey), Cruisers, and Destroyers were NOT part of the US Navy's Brown Water Navy. Sometimes, navy men used to refer to that part of the navy as the Blue Water Navy (although in contrast to the Brown Water Navy, the Blue Water Navy was not an official designation). The USN's Brown Water Navy consisted of: 1. Swift Boats (PCF-Patrol Craft Fast, alluminum constructed 50 footers) 2. PBR's (Patrol Boat River, all fiberglass 32 footers, powered by jet water streams) 3. Alpha Boats (ASPB-Assault Support Patrol Boats, all steel constructed riverine boats) 4. Monitors (WWII converted LCMs-Landing Craft Medium, armed with a 40mm cannon) 5. Miscellanous water craft to support the above vessels Prior to the American entry into the war the French used the RAG boat (River Assault Group). This was the French's only designed specifically for Vietnam warfare boat.
