Explore the events and impact of the Vietnam War through the lens of Intrepid’s history. Immerse yourself in the spaces where the crew lived and worked—and hear firsthand about their service and experiences.
The legendary aircraft carrier Intrepid served three tours of duty in the Vietnam War from 1966 to 1969. Set within the very spaces where men lived and served, this exhibition spotlights the experiences of Intrepid and its crew “on the line”—the periods when the ship was active in the Gulf of Tonkin, launching aircraft for missions over mainland Vietnam.
The incredible story of Intrepid is told through artifacts, photographs and film clips from the Museum’s collection, many on display for the first time. It also draws from the Museum’s Oral History Project, enabling visitors to hear veterans’ experiences in their own words and learn history straight from the source.
Eric Boehm is the Museum’s longtime aviation and aircraft restoration curator, while contributing to space programming and content. He was previously a first sergeant in the U.S. Air Force.
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