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Information and specifications are for reference only and subject to change without notice.POINTS WELL TAKEN.AB3 Composite Stalkerbrowning.comOFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE NATIONAL RIFLE ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA131st Year of PublicationContentsJANUARY2017VOLUME165, NO. 1The NRA, the foremost guardian of the traditional American rightto “keep and bear arms,” believes every law-abiding citizen isentitled to the ownership and legal use of rearms, and thatevery reputable gun owner should be an NRA Member.NRAEXPERTSIN THEFIELDfeaturesA Historic Election Brings New OpportunitiesFor Second Amendment Supporters. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .18Chris W. 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What’s not to like?Painting by Harry Lloyd JaecksPhoto by Forrest MacCormack7280Photo by Forrest MacCormack24Photo by Holly Marcus88MEMBER PROGRAMS: (800) 672-3888Photo by Forrest MacCormackAMERICA REMEMBERS PRESENTSIt was January, 1968. Over Christmas, Bob Hope, Raquel Welch andother entertainers were in Vietnam performing for the Christmasholiday — and a group of lucky troops were able to see the show live.Back at home, Americans were able to see highlights of the shows on tele-vision in January, ever mindful of all those who were serving in Vietnam.With the start of the New Year, American troops were preparing foranother year in Vietnam. Many longed to return home, and they counteddown the days before their expected date to return home. The days werelong and tedious and filled with uncertainty and danger.In this faraway country, a major Vietnamese holiday was also approaching:Tet, the Vietnamese New Year. The Tet holiday was the most celebratedtime in Vietnam, and a time when the fighting in Vietnam usually ceasedfor a short period. Many South Vietnamese soldiers were granted leave andjoined family and friends for this special celebration.Meanwhile, the North Vietnamese and Viet Cong had been planning formonths a surprise attack on South Vietnam. The Communist forces wouldunleash a wave of attacks on South Vietnam while the South Vietnamesewere celebrating their lunar New Year. With little warning, shortly aftermidnight, the sounds of combat exploded in Saigon and other locations.The assault had started. The Tet Offensive was well-organized and conductedcountrywide, eventually including more than 100 towns and cities. TheTet Offensive was by far the largest military operation conducted up tothat point in the war, and it proved to be a pivotal turning point in the war.Honoring All Those Who ServedThe 50thAnniversary of the Tet OffensiveIn honor of the upcoming 50thanniversary of the Tet Offensive, and insalute to all who served during the Vietnam War, America Remembersproudly announces theTet 50thAnniversary Tribute Pistol.For thishistoric Tribute, we selected a working Colt®Government Model®pistolin caliber .45 ACP, a classic military firearm, and a trusted sidearmduring the Vietnam War. Only 1,000 Tributes will be issued in thisexclusive edition. The artwork on the Tribute features banners and artworkhighlighting important battles and scenes from the Tet Offensive. Craftsmencommissioned specifically for this project by America Remembersdecorate each pistol in sparkling 24-karat gold and gleaming nickel, withblackened patinaed highlights to accentuate the details of the artwork.On the slide, you’ll find six important battles of the Tet Offensive – Hue,Khe Sanh, Saigon, Da Nang, Quang Tri and Bien Hoa. Saigon was thecapital of South Vietnam and the surprise attacks on Saigon during the firstnight included an attempt to overrun the US Embassy and to capture theNational Radio Station.A Marine Corps Combat Base was located at Khe Sanh. The NVA hadbuilt up significant forces around Khe Sanh, far outnumbering Americansand South Vietnamese forces. During Tet, the NVA subjected the baseto day and night bombardment, and cut off theoverland supply route to the base. The base wouldremain under siege for more than two months.Hue was a cultural center in South Vietnam. Thefighting in Hue was intense, and lasted for four weeks.The Marines and South Vietnamese forces had to fightbuilding to building, street by street, to reclaim the city.Much of the city was destroyed and losses on both sideswere high.Quang Tri City was in the north of Vietnam and animportant government headquarters. It was an importanttarget for the NVA. Bien Hoa and Da Nang were home tomajor military air bases for the United States. They wereboth attacked at the start of the Tet Offensive, but attacks wereturned back by the allied forces.EXCLUSIVE 50thANNIVERSARY TRIBUTEOrder today and we will arrange delivery of your workingTribute through the licensed firearms dealer of your choice.You will receive your Tribute with our 30-day guarantee ofsatisfaction. If you are not completely satisfied, return your Tributeto us in original, unfired condition for a complete refund.Our nation’s involvement in Vietnam spanned three decades.It’s estimated that more than 2,500,000 Americans served inVietnam. More than 58,000 lost their lives and another 350,000were wounded. When the Tet attack started, America had over400,000 soldiers and Marine servicemen in Vietnam.This historic 50thanniversary Tribute honors the generation whoserved during the Vietnam War. They didn’t hesitate to put theirlives on the line and sacrifice when our country called. All of themdeserve our gratitude. If you’re a veteran who served, or you wantto honor a family member or friend who served, this handsomeTribute pistol will be a lasting tribute to all who honorably servedin Vietnam. Order yours today to secure your place in this editionhonoring all those who proudly served in Vietnam.©AHL, Inc.The artwork on the Tribute features battlesscenes from urban settings, like Saigon andHue. You’ll also see an image of the flagraising over the Thuong Tu Gate at theCitadel in Hue. When Hue was overrunby the Communist forces, they quicklyreplaced the South Vietnamese flag whichflew at the Citadel with a huge Viet Congbanner. This banner could be seenthroughout the city and was a dailyreminder of the overthrow and occupationof this treasured Vietnamese city by theViet Cong and the NVA. This scene showsa South Vietnam banner once again flyingover the citadel after the city was reclaimedon February 24, 1968.The artwork on the right side includes an M48 tank. The M48 “Patton tanks” helped provide cover and firepower in the urban setting,as our troops reclaimed the cities, street by street. Both sides of the slide also feature a banner that reads Tet Offensive January 1968,commemorating this pivotal period in the war.On both sides of the slide, you’ll find crisscrossed M16 and M14 weapons used duringthe Tet Offensive, with the date1968andTet OffensiveandLest We Forgetat the bottom.I wish to reserve ___ of the“Tet 50thAnniversary TributePistol”,a working Colt .45 pistol, at the current issue price of $1,995.*My deposit of $195 per pistol is enclosed. I wish to pay the balanceat the rate of $100 per month, no interest or carrying charges.Certificate of Authenticity included. Thirty day return privilege.TCheck enclosed for $___________ .TCharge payment of $ ___________TVISATMasterCardTAMEXTDiscover*All orders are subject to acceptance andcredit verification prior to shipment.Shipping and handling will be addedto each order. Virginia residentsto:please add sales tax.Name __________________________________________________Address ________________________________________________City/State/Zip ___________________________________________Daytime Telephone No. ( ________ ) ________________________________No. _________________________________ Exp. ___________10226 Timber Ridge Drive+Ashland, Virginia 23005TDisplay Case:I wish to reserve the optional, luxuriously lined,www.americaremembers.comcustom-made display case with locking glass lid. My paymentTo place your reservation toll-free call1-800-682-2291of $149* is enclosed or add to credit card.America Remembers®Display Case AvailableAn optional custom-built, wooden displaycase is available for purchase. [ Pobierz całość w formacie PDF ]