ICM 1/35 Phu Bai Combat Base 1968. Sikorsky CH-54A Tarhe, 2 sets of figures, M-121 Bomb, Set of Landing Mat # 53056
Phu Bai Combat Base was a strategic military installation in Vietnam during the Vietnam War.
In 1968, the base played a significant role in the conflict, particularly during the Tet Offensive.
Located in Thua Thien Province, central Vietnam, Phu Bai was strategically positioned to monitor and control key transportation routes and act as a forward operating base for U.S. and South Vietnamese forces.
In 1968, during the Tet Offensive, Phu Bai became a focal point of intense fighting.
The North Vietnamese Army (NVA) and the Viet Cong launched a series of coordinated attacks throughout South Vietnam, catching U.S. and South Vietnamese forces off guard.
Phu Bai was subjected to heavy enemy assaults, as the North Vietnamese sought to capture or disrupt key military installations.
The defense of Phu Bai Combat Base became a critical mission for U.S. and South Vietnamese forces.
The fighting in and around the base was characterized by fierce engagements, artillery bombardments, and close-quarters combat.
The U.S. Marines, Army, and South Vietnamese units stationed at Phu Bai successfully repelled the attacks, preventing a significant enemy breakthrough.
The events at Phu Bai in 1968 underscored the intensity and complexity of the Tet Offensive, which marked a turning point in the Vietnam War.
The base's strategic importance in controlling vital routes and providing a forward operating position made it a key target for the North Vietnamese forces.
The Battle of Phu Bai highlighted the resilience and determination of the U.S. and South Vietnamese forces during a crucial period in the conflict.
It also demonstrated the challenges of combating an insurgency and irregular warfare in the challenging terrain of Vietnam.
SKU | ICM53056 |
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Manufacturer | ICM |
Scale | 1/35 |
Short Description | ICM 1/35 Phu Bai Combat Base 1968. Sikorsky CH-54A Tarhe, 2 sets of figures, M-121 Bomb, Set of Landing Mat # 53056 |
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