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When Thunder Rolled : Becoming an F-105 Fighter Pilot over North Vietnam by Ed Rasimus (2003, Hardcover)
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This book tells the story of an F-105 fighter pilot's experiences during the Vietnam War. It covers the pilot's missions, challenges and obstacles during his time in North Vietnam. It also explores the history and culture of the region, as well as the military strategy and tactics employed during the war. The book is a hardcover edition with 272 pages. It is an ex-library copy, but is in acceptable condition. The publication year is 2003 and it was published by Smithsonian Books. The book measures 9.2 inches in length, 6.3 inches in width, and 1 inch in height, with a weight of 19.2 ounces. The language used is English and the book falls under the categories of history and military. See Photos
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Product Identifiers
PublisherSmithsonian Books
ISBN-101588341038
ISBN-139781588341037
eBay Product ID (ePID)2267705
Product Key Features
Book TitleWhen Thunder Rolled : Becoming an F-105 Fighter Pilot over North Vietnam
Number of Pages272 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicMilitary / Vietnam War, Military / General, Military / Aviation
Publication Year2003
IllustratorYes
GenreHistory
AuthorEd Rasimus
FormatHardcover
Dimensions
Item Height1 in
Item Weight19.2 Oz
Item Length9.2 in
Item Width6.3 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2002-026927
Reviews"One of the finest combat memoirs I have ever read, from any air force in any war."Dan Ford,Wall Street Journal "You can almost smell the jet fuel and gunpowder. You attack the world's fiercest defenses at 500 knots and share the ultimate thrill of hurling yourself against almost impossible oddsand winning."Jack Broughton, author ofThud Ridge "A story that reflects the bravery of the men who flew over enemy territory in a perilous time."The Baltimore Chronicle "[A] modern-dayRed Badge of Courage"John Darrell Sherwood, author ofFast Movers: Jet Pilots and the Vietnam Experience, "One of the finest combat memoirs I have ever read, from any air force in any war."-Dan Ford, Wall Street Journal "You can almost smell the jet fuel and gunpowder. You attack the world's fiercest defenses at 500 knots and share the ultimate thrill of hurling yourself against almost impossible odds-and winning."-Jack Broughton, author of Thud Ridge "A story that reflects the bravery of the men who flew over enemy territory in a perilous time."- The Baltimore Chronicle "[A] modern-day Red Badge of Courage "-John Darrell Sherwood, author of Fast Movers: Jet Pilots and the Vietnam Experience, "One of the finest combat memoirs I have ever read, from any air force in any war."-Dan Ford, Wall Street Journal "You can almost smell the jet fuel and gunpowder. You attack the world's fiercest defenses at 500 knots and share the ultimate thrill of hurling yourself against almost impossible odds-and winning."-Jack Broughton, author of Thud Ridge "A story that reflects the bravery of the men who flew over enemy territory in a perilous time."- The Baltimore Chronicle "[A] modern-day Red Badge of Courage "-John Darrell Sherwood, author of Fast Movers: Jet Pilots and the Vietnam Experience From the Hardcover edition.
Dewey Edition21
Dewey Decimal959.704/348/092 B
SynopsisMore than 300 F-105 Thunderchief figher-bombers were lost in the Rolling Thunder campaign in North Vietnam because the Air Force brought the wrong strategy, disastrous tactics, and an ill-suited aircraft. A Cold War nuke sled, the Thunderchief was as much the pilots' enemy as the North Vietnamese and LBJ's war planners. This is an account by a junior officer serving at the height of the campaign, breaking the unspoken vow of secrecy surrounding a new pilot's psychological gauntlet of fear - a moving testament to those who survived and those who paid the price of honour.
LC Classification NumberDS558.8.R37 2003
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- 21 Nov, 2019
Every bit as good to read as Thud Ridge; maybe even better.
This is so far the best book I've read giving an insight to the life of a Thud driver during Rolling Thunder.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
