Year of the Horse

Discover the gripping true account of the Jumping Mustangs - the 1st Battalion, Airborne, 8th Cavalry of the 1st Air Cavalry Division - in "Year of the Horse" by Kenneth D. Mertel. Published in 1997, this compelling narrative spans 384 pages and offers an intimate day-by-day account of the experiences of these courageous soldiers during the Vietnam War.

Written by Lieutenant Colonel Kenneth Mertel, who served at the heart of this revolutionary unit, the book begins with the formation of the 1st Air Cavalry Division on July 1, 1965, at Fort Benning, Georgia. Delve into the excitement of new tactics and combat strategies that defined the airmobile warfare of the era. Mertel provides readers with a vivid depiction of the trials, triumphs, and transformative moments that shaped his unit's legacy.

Engage with this essential military history that sheds light on the complexities of the Vietnam Conflict and the indomitable spirit of those who served. Perfect for history enthusiasts and military scholars alike!