UH-1H Huey at American Legion Post #201, Alpharetta, GA. - Static Aircraft Displays on Waymarking.com

Type: UH-1H Helicopter (Huey)
Missions: Combatassault – Medivac
Troop Transport – Supply
In Service: 1967 - 2000


This Huey, during the 1966 Tet offensive in the Republic of Viet Nam, was piloted by
CWO Frederick E. Ferfuson
Co-Piloted by 1st Lt. William H. Anderson "Buck"
Crew Chief SP/5 John Etzie Jr. "J.J"
Door Gunner Sp/4 James Coles

They heard a call for help from a downed aircraft with wounded soldiers. Without regard for their own personal safety they responded, flying through heavy rifle and mortar file. Although taking numerous hits to their Aircraft, they succeeded in extracting all five of the Soldiers saving their lives. CWO Ferguson was awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor for his gallantry and initiative.

Type of Aircraft: (make/model): UH-1H Huey Tail Number: (S/N): 6-16923 Construction:: original aircraft Location (park, airport, museum, etc.): American Legion Post #201 inside / outside: outside Other Information:: Not listed Access restrictions: Not listed

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