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Into the Fire: The 1st Infantry Division LRP Ranger Company in Fierce Combat in Vietnam

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War Paint: The 1st Infantry Division's LRP/Ranger Company in Fierce Combat in Vietnam

by Bill Goshen

4.3 out of 5

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The 1st Infantry Division LRP Ranger Company was one of the most elite units in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. The company was composed of highly trained and experienced soldiers who were tasked with conducting long-range reconnaissance patrols deep into enemy territory.

The LRP Rangers were often the first to make contact with the enemy, and they often found themselves in fierce combat. The company's missions were often dangerous, and many of its members were killed or wounded in action.

Despite the risks, the LRP Rangers were determined to carry out their missions. They were proud of their unit and their reputation for excellence. The LRP Rangers were a vital part of the 1st Infantry Division's success in Vietnam, and their story is one of courage, determination, and sacrifice.

The Early Years

The 1st Infantry Division LRP Ranger Company was formed in 1965. The company was initially composed of a small group of soldiers who were trained in long-range reconnaissance. The company's first mission was to conduct a reconnaissance patrol in the A Shau Valley.

The patrol was a success, and the LRP Rangers quickly gained a reputation for their skill and courage. The company's success led to its expansion, and soon it was composed of several platoons of soldiers.

The Tet Offensive

The LRP Rangers played a major role in the Tet Offensive of 1968. The offensive was a major North Vietnamese offensive that was launched against South Vietnam. The LRP Rangers were tasked with conducting reconnaissance missions and providing early warning of enemy attacks.

The LRP Rangers were successful in their mission, and they played a key role in the defeat of the Tet Offensive. The offensive was a major turning point in the Vietnam War, and it helped to lead to the eventual withdrawal of American troops from Vietnam.

The Final Years

The LRP Rangers continued to conduct reconnaissance missions throughout the Vietnam War. The company was disbanded in 1972, but its legacy continues to live on. The LRP Rangers were one of the most elite units in the United States Army during the Vietnam War, and their story is one of courage, determination, and sacrifice.

The 1st Infantry Division LRP Ranger Company was a remarkable unit that played a vital role in the Vietnam War. The company's soldiers were highly trained and experienced, and they were often tasked with dangerous missions. Despite the risks, the LRP Rangers were determined to carry out their missions, and they often found themselves in fierce combat.

The LRP Rangers were a vital part of the 1st Infantry Division's success in Vietnam, and their story is one of courage, determination, and sacrifice. The LRP Rangers are an inspiration to us all, and their legacy will continue to live on for generations to come.

War Paint: The 1st Infantry Division's LRP/Ranger Company in Fierce Combat in Vietnam

by Bill Goshen

4.3 out of 5