ebooks HMS Bellerophon by Colin Pengelly in History

Description

Field fortifications and tunnel systems are typically thought of as defensive and active protective measures; but the VC/NVA also employed them offensively. It was common for extensive field works to be constructed to support assaults and sieges on US fire-support bases and remote camps. Their tactics reflected attempts to counter the massive firepower they faced: when directly engaging the enemy they employed “hugging” tactics (moving in and remaining closely engaged; even intermingling units; to prevent the enemy from bringing his artillery and close air support to bear). Their field works included defended villages; base camps; fortified complexes; hilltop defenses; trench systems; individual fighting positions; crew-served weapon positions; bunkers; caches; and extensive tunnel systems. Camouflage and deceptive measures; and the employment of obstacles and booby traps went hand-in-hand with such field works. This book examines these unique fortifications.