Description: This Vietnam war in-country machine-embroidered patch measures 4" by 2.3", used condition. In mid-1965, the 1st Brigade and support troops of the 101st Airborne Division were deployed to the Republic of Vietnam, followed by the rest of the division in late 1967. The 101st was deployed in the northern I Corps region operating against the Vietnam People's Army (NVA) infiltration routes through Laos and the A Shau Valley for most of the war. In almost seven years of combat in Vietnam, elements of the 101st participated in 15 campaigns. Notable among these were the Battle of Hamburger Hill in 1969 and Firebase Ripcord in 1970. In 1971, elements of the division supported the ARVN Operation Lam Son 719, the invasion of southern Laos, but only aviation units actually entered Laos. It has been said that most North Vietnamese had never seen a bald eagle, so they called the 101st soldiers "Chicken Men" or "Rooster Men". Viet Cong commanders were rumored to regularly include in their briefings that they were to avoid confrontation with the "Chicken Men" at all costs, as they were sure to lose. Supposedly this remained a source of fierce pride among veterans who served in Vietnam under the 101st Airborne Division. A valuable addition to your collection of Vietnam war memorabilia items. Worldwide combined shipment is welcome. Please visit my 'EAZYCOLLECTIBLES' store for more great war items. Thanks. Froo www.froo.com | Froo Cross Sell, Free Cross Sell, Cross promote, eBay Marketing, eBay listing Apps, eBay Apps, eBay Application
Price: 9.99 USD
Location: Westminster, California
End Time: 2024-12-15T01:27:41.000Z
Shipping Cost: 1 USD
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Restocking Fee: 20%
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Conflict: Vietnam (1961-75)
Country of Manufacture: Vietnam
Original/Reproduction: Original
Theme: Militaria
Country/Region of Manufacture: Vietnam
Modified Item: No
