US Navy Special Warfare Units in Korea and Vietnam, 9781472846921
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Cold War’s deadliest conflicts, US Navy’s commandos fought vital, dangerous missions.

US Navy Special Warfare Units in Korea and Vietnam

udts and seals, 1950–73

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  • Paperback

    64 pages

  • Release Date

    28 March 2022

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Summary

US Navy SEALs: Courage and Combat in Korea and Vietnam

During the Korean and Vietnam Wars, US Navy Special Warfare units undertook critical and dangerous combat roles in two of the Cold War’s most intense conflicts.

In Korea, Underwater Demolition Teams (UDTs) were instrumental in:

  • Surveying beaches for amphibious operations
  • Clearing sea mines
  • Conducting seaborne raids
  • Scouting for guerrilla infiltrations and Royal Marine Commando rai…

Book Details

ISBN-13:9781472846921
ISBN-10:1472846923
Series:Elite
Author:Eugene Liptak, Stephen Walsh
Publisher:Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Imprint:Osprey Publishing
Format:Paperback
Number of Pages:64
Release Date:28 March 2022
Weight:210g
Dimensions:244mm x 184mm x 6mm
What They're Saying

Critics Review

Plenty of interesting stories about the work of these largely covert teams while the background also accompanies the helpful artwork illustrations which I think will attract many modellers who will get plenty of inspiration from them. – Robin Buckland * Military Model Scene *

About The Author

Eugene Liptak

Eugene Liptak holds both a Bachelor’s Degree in History and a Master’s Degree in Library Science from the University of Arizona. His interest in military history comes from reading, documentaries, movies, and visiting museums.

Stephen Walsh studied art at the North East Wales Institute and has worked as a professional illustrator since 1988. Since then he has illustrated a variety of books and games including Settlers of Catan. His projects for Osprey include such diverse subjects as the battle of Otterburn, the Chinese army from 1937 to 1949, and the US Home Front in World War II.

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