351st Assault Helicopter Company

• Vietnam War Service: The 351st Assault Helicopter Company (AHC) was activated in 1966 and served with distinction during the Vietnam War, primarily supporting operations in the II Corps Tactical Zone. • Nickname - "Slicks and Guns": The unit operated both troop-carrying UH-1 "Huey" helicopters ("Slicks") and armed gunships, providing critical air mobility and fire support. • Call Signs: The 351st AHC was known by the call signs “Robinhood” for its slicks and “Crossbow” for its gunships, names that became well-known among U.S. and allied forces. • Support to Special Forces: The 351st frequently supported U.S. Army Special Forces (Green Berets) and ARVN units, conducting insertions, extractions, and resupply missions in dangerous "hot LZs" (landing zones). • Heroic Actions: The unit’s pilots and crews were awarded numerous medals—Silver Stars, Distinguished Flying Crosses, and Air Medals—for bravery and skill under fire during intense combat missions. • Tet Offensive Participation: The 351st AHC played a crucial role during the 1968 Tet Offensive, flying numerous combat assault, medevac, and resupply missions under heavy enemy fire. • Innovative Tactics: The unit was known for pioneering and refining air assault tactics, including flying low “nap-of-the-earth” to avoid enemy ground fire and maximize surprise during insertions. • International Cooperation: The 351st worked closely with South Vietnamese, South Korean, Australian, and other allied forces, exemplifying international military cooperation during the conflict. • Losses and Sacrifice: The 351st suffered aircraft losses and casualties throughout its Vietnam service, highlighting the dangers faced by helicopter crews during the war. • Legacy and Reunions: Veterans of the 351st AHC have kept their legacy alive through reunions, websites, and historical projects, ensuring their stories and sacrifices are not forgotten.