Videos tagged with Laos

This entry details the experiences of MACV-SOG operator Nick Brokhausen, focusing on his Vietnam War service. It highlights covert operations in Laos and Vietnam, the firearms he utilized like the M60 and M16A1, and his post-military career as an author and armorer. The content draws from his expertise as a veteran with multiple combat tours.

This guide details a critical helicopter extraction technique used by MACV-SOG operators, emphasizing the importance of securing equipment like the D-ring and managing body orientation during high-stress aerial maneuvers. It highlights lessons learned from a near-fatal incident involving equipment malfunction and environmental factors, offering insights into combat survival and rescue protocols. The information is presented from the perspective of a seasoned MACV-SOG operator, underscoring the high-stakes nature of these operations.

This video provides an in-depth look at H&R's experimental M14 Guerrilla Gun, a rare select-fire variant developed for potential jungle warfare applications. Expert Ian McCollum details its unique underfolding stock, shortened barrel, and modified gas system, highlighting its historical significance and rarity as a transferable M14 prototype. The discussion covers its development between 1961-1963, aiming for a lighter, more compact rifle for conditions like those in Laos.