![]() ![]() ![]() These Members, veterans of the war, were concerned that the documentary did not provide adequate coverage of the Brown Water Navy. Late last year, we heard from a number of our NHF Members about the History Channel’s 2011 documentary Vietnam in HD. We’re also planning to do a series of stories throughout the year on the Navy’s role in the war, and we want to begin the series with a number of stories on the “Brown Water Navy.” We are planning a major announcement soon on new Vietnam exhibit construction at the Cold War Gallery. The Naval Historical Foundation will also be taking steps to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War. The website is a work in progress, and features an expansive interactive timeline of the war, featuring images and reference material. The United States of America Vietnam War Commemoration has launched a website ( which has information on the anniversary, and on the war itself. ![]() Incidentally, a friend of mine who was a 3 tour Rat, helped me along with this design.PTF (Fast Patrol Boat "Nasty" Class), PG (Ashville Class Patrol Gunboat), and PBR (River Patrol Boat) (Sketch by John Charles Roach, NHHC L-File)Ģ012 marks the beginning of commemorations for the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War. Just a great addition to your beret, vest, or jacket. ![]() I know that there is not a lot of merchandise for you guys and that's what made me go ahead with this pin. And then to make no mistake that you were in combat I not only have him standing on a Vietnam Service Ribbon, but just for kicks I added a Combat Action Ribbon below This pin is a whopping 1.75" tall and has 2 posts on the back. Notice the Jungle boot and the USN service knife sheath. Remember when you looked that him? Even though Tigers were not issued, I was told that they may have been purchased in town, so I put them on him. I showed 2 pic because the rat is actually gray in color and the photo that I took makes him look tan. I showed it to them, but have heard nothing from them. MRF or Brown Water Nave Association don't have this pin. This is the only Navy River Rat pin that is actually a rat in the market place. ![]()
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