Historical information

Depiction of Iroquois (Huey) helicopter, the prime source of assisted transport for infantry during Vietnam war.

Significance

Of great relevance to infantry soldiers: the helicopter provided many services to soldiers in the field and were much respected by the soldiers in return. Services included, but not limited to, were: transport to and from the field; medivacs for wounded soldiers; re-supply of food, arms, reinforcements etc,

Physical description

Model of Huey helicopter, made of polished wood.

Inscriptions & markings

Nil