The Rakkasans—"Men from Heaven"—were the U.S. Army's elite parachute infantry, and this is their unflinching combat history. From the Korean War through Vietnam, Presidio Press chronicles the 187th Airborne Infantry's most harrowing jumps, fiercest battles, and the extraordinary soldiers who earned their legendary status. Meticulously researched and richly detailed, this is military history that honours courage without glossing over the cost. Perfect for military history enthusiasts, veterans, and anyone fascinated by the airborne forces that shaped modern warfare.
