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Helicopter Power
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Arriving at a forward area, a U.S. Air Force CH-30 helicopter carrying a 105mm howitzer is directed in for a landing. The artillery piece, which was in a rear area and was needed by U.S., Vietnam, and Australian troops, was airlifted to the front in a matter of minutes.
February 1966
United States. Air Force
Publication Information
| Creator | United States. Air Force |
|---|---|
| Date Created | February 1966 |
Physical Description
| Format | Image |
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| Dimensions | 20 x 25 cm |
Collection Information
| Source Collection | Robert Goralski papers, 1950-1986 |
|---|---|
| Call Number | PH 3238 |
Copyright Information
| Copyright Status | NO COPYRIGHT - UNITED STATES |
|---|---|
| Rights Holder | Wisconsin Historical Society |
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