19TH ABN Pleiku Vietnam

The 19th Airborne (19th ABN) was a military unit stationed in Pleiku, Vietnam, during the Vietnam War. Primarily tasked with rapid deployment and securing key terrain in the Central Highlands, the unit played a crucial role in supporting major operations against North Vietnamese forces. The 19th ABN was frequently involved in search and destroy missions, reconnaissance, and providing support to allied South Vietnamese troops. Their presence in Pleiku helped to secure vital supply routes and contributed significantly to the overall U.S. military strategy in the region.