ICM AH-1G Cobra with Vietnam War US Helicopter Pilots

Helicopters were rightly regarded as one of the symbols of the Vietnam War. They played a crucial role in supporting ground units and subunits by taking on the tasks of troop transport and supply, as well as providing air support. The AH-1G attack helicopter was originally designed as a fire support helicopter. Due to its firepower, it was often referred to as "air artillery" during the Vietnam War. Throughout the years of conflict in Southeast Asia, the "Cobras" demonstrated exceptional survivability and proved to be a reliable and effective means of providing air support to ground troops. The Vietnam War was the catalyst for the extensive use of attack helicopters.