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U.S. ships that transported Marines to Vietnam included amphibious assault ships, such as the USS Iwo Jima and USS Bon Homme Richard, as well as troop transport ships like the USS General William O. Darby. These vessels were essential for deploying Marines and their equipment during the Vietnam War, particularly during significant operations like the initial landing at Da Nang in 1965. The use of these ships enabled quick and efficient troop movements, crucial for military operations in the region.
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Did marines serve in Vietnam?
Yes, nearly 15,000 US Marines died in Vietnam.
How many us marines inlisted in the vienam war?
Approximately 391,000 US Marines served in the Vietnam War; approximately 14,838 US Marines died in Vietnam.
Names usmc soldiers wounded in the Vietnam war?
Nearly 14,000 US Marines were killed in Vietnam, and over 50,000 US Marines were wounded in the war.
How did fighters get from North Vietnam to South Vietnam?
US Marines & US Sailors got there by ships. US Soldiers originally deployed with their whole units, thus they too went to South Vietnam by ship. After the USA units were in place (in country) then replacements usually arrived by chartered civilian airliners (like TWA, Flying Tiger Airlines, Braniff, etc.). US Marines/Sailors continued to deploy via ocean going vessels.
How many US Marines served in Vietnam?
For "a starter", recommend obtaining the book titled, "VIETNAM ORDER OF BATTLE", By Shelby L. Stanton. A second publication, originally founded by retired COL Harry Summers (1932-1999), is a magazine established in the late 1970's, titled "VIETNAM"; this publication OFTEN supplys advertisements concerning "lists" for war historians.
What was the original purpose of the US Marines?
To protect the ships and bases of the US Navy.
HOW MANY US SOLDIERS WERE KILLED IN THE VIETNAM WAR?
About 38,209 US soldiers were killed in Vietnam. The other dead 20,000 men were Airmen, Marines, and Sailors.
Name for elite US soldiers in Vietnam?
United States Marines
How many us soliers were killed in Vietnam?
Discounting Airman, Marines, and Sailors: Over 38,000 US Soldiers were killed in Vietnam.
How does rice from Vietnam get to US?
Cargo ships
What years were the Recon Marines deployed in Vietnam?
The Recon (Reconnaissance) Marines are US Marines; the US Marine Corps was deployed to Vietnam in 1965. Scout=Recon/Scouting=Reconnaissance. Reconnaissance=gathering information Military information=Military intelligence
Were men ever drafted into the US Marines?
Yes, as recently as the Vietnam Era.
