Monroe in Monroe County, Michigan — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
The "Huey" Helicopter
By TeamOHE, June 29, 2020
1. The "Huey" Helicopter Marker
The "Huey” helicopter was the workhorse of the
Vietnam War. Not only did it ferry troops and cargo,
but it was responsible for critical combat extraction
as well as life-saving medivac. This particular machine,
a UH-1M model, served three tours of duty in Vietnam
as a gunship. Upon close examination, one can find six
repaired bullet holes, sustained during combat.
Although the intent of this Vietnam veterans
memorial site is not to glorify the war, but to honor
the men and women who courageously served their
country in Vietnam, we today dedicate this weapon of
destruction that it may stand guard as a reminder to
present and future generations that "liberty and
justice for all” is not only a right, but a privilege
granted all Americans, to be forever cherished and
protected.
Erected 1991 by Vietnam Veterans of America - Chapter 142.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Air & Space • War, Vietnam.
Location. 41° 55.517′ N, 83° 22.083′ W. Marker is in
By TeamOHE, June 29, 2020
2. The "Huey" Helicopter Marker
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Vietnam P.O.W.'s and M.I.A's Memorial Tree (a few steps from this marker); Veterans Memorial Sidewalk (a few steps from this marker); Hidden Casualities of War (within shouting distance of this marker); The Women Who Served (within shouting distance of this marker); AH-1Huey Cobra Helicopter (within shouting distance of this marker); Monroe County Vietnam Veterans Memorial (within shouting distance of this marker); "Sky Pilot" (within shouting distance of this marker); M29 81mm Mortar (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Monroe.
By TeamOHE, June 29, 2020
3. The "Huey" Helicopter Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on January 26, 2021. It was originally submitted on January 25, 2021, by TeamOHE of Wauseon, Ohio. This page has been viewed 44 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on January 25, 2021, by TeamOHE of Wauseon, Ohio. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.
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