Vietnam Riverine Craft 1962 75

In 1965 the military situation in the Mekong River Delta of southern Vietnam had deteriorated to such a degree that the decision was made to commit a joint US Army and Navy Mobile Riverine Force to the area. This force was unique in its composition, mission, and the means by which it operated – riverine craft. Comprising the Army''s 2d Brigade, 9th Infantry Division, and the Navy''s River Assault ...