336th AHC SOC Trang

• Origins: The 336th Assault Helicopter Company (AHC), nicknamed the "Warriors," was activated in Vietnam in 1966 and based at Sóc Trăng Airfield in the Mekong Delta. • Unit Nickname: The 336th was known as the "Warriors," with their gunship platoon called the "Tigers" and their lift platoon known as the "Warriors." • Primary Mission: The unit's main roles included troop transport, resupply, medical evacuation, and armed helicopter support for U.S. and South Vietnamese forces in the Mekong Delta. • Vietnam War Service: The 336th AHC supported numerous operations such as Operation Coronado and Operation Giant Slingshot, often flying in dangerous low-level missions over enemy territory. • Aircraft Used: The company primarily flew UH-1 "Huey" helicopters, both in the transport (slick) and gunship configurations. • Decorations: The 336th AHC and its members received numerous awards, including the Vietnamese Cross of Gallantry and multiple U.S. individual and unit citations for bravery and outstanding performance. • Call Sign: The call sign for the 336th was "Warrior" for slicks and "Tiger" for gunships, which became well known in radio transmissions throughout the Delta. • Legacy: The 336th AHC is remembered for pioneering many helicopter assault tactics that became standard practice for Army aviation units. • In Popular Culture: Veterans of the 336th have published memoirs and stories, contributing to oral histories and Vietnam War documentaries. • Disbandment: The 336th AHC was stood down and its colors cased in March 1972 as part of the U.S. withdrawal from Vietnam, after six years of continuous combat service.