Honoring Those
Who Served In Southeast Asia
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the Vietnam War there was a special breed of warrior, whose assignments
were among the most dangerous. Their efforts served all the fighting men
in Vietnam. They performed strategic reconnaissance. It meant high-risk
duty deep in enemy territory, collecting intelligence, extracting downed
pilots, POW rescue, spiking enemy supply caches, and striking at the enemy
from within. We know them as U.S.
Army Special Forces, SEALS, Air Commandos, Force Recon, and SAS. Beyond
these honored titles, and a handful of others, participants in Special
Operations defy easy description. America Remembers is proud to honor all
of these heroic warriors who served in Southeast Asia with a handsome
Tribute issued on a legendary military sidearm, the Browning Hi-Power
pistol in caliber 9mm Luger.
From launch sites inside Vietnam, such as
Kham Duc, Phu Bai, and others, members of the Studies and Observations
Group (SOG) served overtly behind enemy lines, often in very dangerous
situations an in difficult terrain. Like their fathers and grandfathers
before them, the young American warriors left behind the comforts of home
for an uncertain fate on a far-off treacherous battlefield, putting their
lives on the line in support of freedom and liberty, and serving with
valor and distinction.
In Vietnam, the Browning 9mm Hi-Power was a
favorite combat sidearm for SOG warriors who operated secretly behind
enemy lines. It featured a large magazine capacity, and was rugged,
reliable and effective.
The Special Operations Association Vietnam
Tribute from America Remembers features dramatic and powerful artwork
honoring those who served in Southeast Asia, and includes images that will
certainly be familiar to those who served. Issued in a limited edition of
only 250 pistols, the Tribute is authorized by the Special Operations
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The left side features the SOA
logo, a banner reading "Special Operations Associations," a recon team
with several members disguised as NVA (note pith helmets), a special
forces member with his suppressed M3 submachine gun, and a Montagnard
returning from a mission. The Montagnard soldiers were trusted partners
who played a pivotal role in numerous recon missions. Both sides of the
slide feature the three lightning bolts of the U.S. Army Special Forces,
representing the three methods of infiltration - land, sea, and air. |
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The right side features banners inscribed
Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia. Also prominently featured is a SOG member
outfitted with detonation equipment for a quick demolition ambush,
carrying his CAR-15, and a cross-border operations team returning from a
successful mission, unwinding with their favorite beverage. |
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Top of slide
features the SOA logo, a banner reading "Special Operations Association
Tribute," and a Huey picking up a recon team from behind enemy lines.
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FREE DISPLAY CASE
To proudly exhibit and display your Tribute, a luxuriously lined
display case is included with an engraved brass plaque.
The pistol honoring those who
served in Southeast Asia is a truly inspiring tribute to America's Special
Operations warriors, those who fought, those who fell, and those still
listed as missing in action. It is certain to be a treasured heirloom for
those who served in Southeast Asia, and for all those Americans who want
to remember the brave warriors who served our country. |
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Model: Browning Hi-Power Capitan
Caliber: 9mm Luger
Grips: Cherry with SOA emblem
Edition Limit: 250
Decoration: Each Tribute pistol is decorated by craftsmen specifically
commissioned by America Remembers.
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Since the Special Operations Association Vietnam Tribute is a working
Browning Hi-Power Capitan pistol, we will arrange delivery through a licensed
firearms dealer of your choice.
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