In 1967 in Vietnam, U.S. truck convoys were being ambushed by the enemy on a regular basis. To counter this, the men begin to modify their trucks, adding upgraded armor and serious firepower. 🎥Gun Trucks of Vietnam | Smithsonian Channel Aviation Nation

In 1967 in Vietnam, U.S. truck convoys were being ambushed by the enemy on a regular basis. To combat this, soldiers began to modify their trucks, adding some serious armor and firepower. Gun Trucks of Vietnam airs tonight at 10 PM. | Smithsonian Channel Aviation Nation

#Onthisday in 1967, a deadly attack on soldiers in Vietnam spurred the creation of DIY armored convoys. See the modified vehicles on Gun Trucks of Vietnam: https://bitly.com/31T9bZf | Smithsonian Channel Aviation Nation

The Utes (NSV) is a Soviet-designed 12.7×108 mm heavy machine gun introduced in the 1970s. Lightweight for its class, it delivers high-rate, long-range fire against infantry, vehicles, and low-flying aircraft. It has been widely mounted on tripods and tanks and remains in use globally today. | Military Mechanics

The TOW missile, a wire-guided anti-tank weapon, excels at long-range targeting of armored vehicles and fortifications, making it vital in military operations since the 1970s. | Military Mechanics