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Book, MacMillan, Margaret, Nixon and Mao: The Week That Changed The World, 2007
With Nixon and Mao, Margaret MacMillan has given us a remarkable work of history, written with an eye for the telling human detail and a deep sense of the significance of the house she is chronicling. She tells an important story with verve and insight.With Nixon and Mao, Margaret MacMillan has given us a remarkable work of history, written with an eye for the telling human detail and a deep sense of the significance of the house she is chronicling. She tells an important story with verve and insight.united states - foreign relations - china, united states - foreign relations - 1969-1974 -
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Book, Jacobs, Seth, Cold War Mandarin: Ngo Dinh Diem and the Origins of America's War in Vietnam, 1950-1963, 2006
The Vietnam War and the tumultuous internal upheavals in America that coincided with it marked a watershed era in U.S H=history.The Vietnam War and the tumultuous internal upheavals in America that coincided with it marked a watershed era in U.S H=history.vietnam (republic) - politics and government, ngo, dinh diem, 1901-1963, united states -- foreign relations -- vietnam (republic) -
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Book, Rottman, Gordon L, US Army Long-Range Patrol Scout in Vietnam 1965-71, 2008
... -- Regimental histories -- United States Vietnam War 1961-1975 ...the Vietnamese knew the Long-Range patrol Scouts as "the men with green faces"the Vietnamese knew the Long-Range patrol Scouts as "the men with green faces"united states. army. special forces -- equipment and supplies, vietnam war, 1961-1975 -- regimental histories -- united states, vietnam war, 1961-1975 -- reconnaissance operations, american. -
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Book, Maclear, Michael, Vietnam: A Chronicle of the War, 1981
A complete photographic history with more than 2,000 photographs and mapsA complete photographic history with more than 2,000 photographs and maps 1961-1975 -- pictorial works., 1961-1975 -- chronology., vietnam war, 1961-1975 -
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Book, Chong, Denise, The Girl in the Picture: The story of Kim Phuc, the Photograph and the Vietnam War, 1999
From the most photographed war in the twentieth century, among the enduring images is one of a little girl screaming in pain and terror are being burned by napalm in an air attack. On June 8, 1972, nine year old Kim Phuc ran from her burning village in South Vietnam and into the eye of history.From the most photographed war in the twentieth century, among the enduring images is one of a little girl screaming in pain and terror are being burned by napalm in an air attack. On June 8, 1972, nine year old Kim Phuc ran from her burning village in South Vietnam and into the eye of history.kim phuc, vietnamese conflict, 1961-1975 - children, vietnamese conflict, 1961-1975 -- aerial operations, american -
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Book, Herring, George C, The Pentagon Papers
George C. Herring is Alumni Professor of History at the University of Kentucky.Abridged Edition.George C. Herring is Alumni Professor of History at the University of Kentucky.united states - foreign relations - vietnam, vietnam - foreign relations - united states, vietnamese conflict , 1961-1975. -
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Book, Dittmar, Linda and Michaud, Gene, From Hanoi to Hollywood: The Vietnam War in American Film, 1990
This volume is about power. It is about the power to make war and to destroy lives.This volume is about power. It is about the power to make war and to destroy lives.vietnamese conflict, 1961-1975 - motion pictures and the conflict, war films - united states - history and criticism -
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Book, Anderegg, Michael ed, Inventing Vietnam: The War in Film and Television, 1991
Every available medium has presented a message, an agenda, of what filmmakers and producers choose to project about America's involvement in Southeast Asia.Every available medium has presented a message, an agenda, of what filmmakers and producers choose to project about America's involvement in Southeast Asia.vietnamese conflict, 1961-1975 - motion pictures and the conflict, war films - united states - history and criticism -
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Book, McMahon, Robert J, Major Problems in the History of the Vietnam War: Documents and Essays (Copy 2), 2003
... Major Problems in the History of the Vietnam War: Documents... Vietnam War 1961-1975 -- United States -- Diplomatic history ...U.S. intervention in vietnam grew slowly in the first years after the Second World War - almost imperceptibly so to most Americans. but an ever-deepening committment soon became evident.U.S. intervention in vietnam grew slowly in the first years after the Second World War - almost imperceptibly so to most Americans. but an ever-deepening committment soon became evident. 1961-1975 -- sources, vietnam war, 1961-1975 -- united states -- diplomatic history, united states -- foreign relations -- vietnam -
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Book, McMahon, Robert J, Major Problems in the History of the Vietnam War: Documents and Essays, 2008
... Major Problems in the History of the Vietnam War: Documents... Vietnam War 1961-1975 -- United States -- Diplomatic history ...As the American people and their leaders grappled today with a deeply unpopular war in the Middle East, many seek to learn relevant lessons and gain insight and perspective through comparisos with the U.S. experience in Southeast Asia in the 1960s and 1970s.As the American people and their leaders grappled today with a deeply unpopular war in the Middle East, many seek to learn relevant lessons and gain insight and perspective through comparisos with the U.S. experience in Southeast Asia in the 1960s and 1970s. 1961-1975 -- sources, vietnam war, 1961-1975 -- united states -- diplomatic history, united states -- foreign relations -- vietnam -
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Book, Anderson, David L, The Columbia Guide to the Vietnam War, 2002
An invaluable introduction to the study of one of the most searing and still-controversial episodes in the U.S. historyAn invaluable introduction to the study of one of the most searing and still-controversial episodes in the U.S. historyvietnamese conflict , 1961-1975 - conflict -
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Book, Hearden, Patrick J, The Tragedy of Vietnam.(3rd. ed.), 2008
the Tragedy of Vietnam provides extensive background on the war. the relevant history of Southeast Asia, and the consequences of the Vietnam conflict on the region.the Tragedy of Vietnam provides extensive background on the war. the relevant history of Southeast Asia, and the consequences of the Vietnam conflict on the region.vietnam war (1961-1975), vietnam war, 1961-1975 -- united states, united states -- foreign relations -- indochina -
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Book, Prochnau, William, Once Upon a Distant War: Young War Correspondents and the Early Vietnam Battles, 1995
The American reporters who came to Vietnam in 1961 expected to write about an exotic little war in a country of tigers and elephants. What they found instead was a debacle in the making, in which American pilots flew missions illegally while their Vietnamese counterparts strafed the Presdential Palace. When they reported what they saw, they were pilloried for it at home. But the ended up making history simply by telling the truth.The American reporters who came to Vietnam in 1961 expected to write about an exotic little war in a country of tigers and elephants. What they found instead was a debacle in the making, in which American pilots flew missions illegally while their Vietnamese counterparts strafed the Presdential Palace. When they reported what they saw, they were pilloried for it at home. But the ended up making history simply by telling the truth. 1961-1975 - united states, vietnamese conflict, 1961-1975 - press coverage - united states, war correspondents - united states, vietnamese, presidential palace -
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Book, Hammond, William M, Reporting Vietnam: Media and Military at War, 1998
A superb book and marvelous read, Reporting Vietnam is by far the best study of the press and armed services yet written,A superb book and marvelous read, Reporting Vietnam is by far the best study of the press and armed services yet written,vietnamese conflict, 1961-1975 - press coverage - united states, armed forces and mass media - united states - history -
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Book, Grandin, Bob, Answering the Call: Life Of A Helicopter Pilot In Vientnam And Beyond, 2019
Written from the 1966 logbook of Bob Grandin, Huey helicopter pilot and co-pilot in Nui Dat, during the Vietnam War, including his involvement in resupply during the battle of Long Tan. Newspaper articles and photographs feature throughout. The narrative also covers the impact of the war on Bob's psyche and relationships, and his struggle with PTSD.Written from the 1966 logbook of Bob Grandin, Huey helicopter pilot and co-pilot in Nui Dat, during the Vietnam War, including his involvement in resupply during the battle of Long Tan. Newspaper articles and photographs feature throughout. The narrative also covers the impact of the war on Bob's psyche and relationships, and his struggle with PTSD.australia. royal australian air force. squadron, 9, vietnam war, 1961-1975 -- veterans -- australia -- biography, helicopter - huey, nui dat, battle of long tan, ptsd -
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Book, Anderson, David L, Facing My Lai: Moving Beyond the Massacre, 1998
A profound memorial to a dark, forgotten history. A book of utmost importance.A profound memorial to a dark, forgotten history. A book of utmost importance.my lai massacre, vietnam, 1968, vietnamese conflict , 1961- 1975 - atrocities -
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Book, Vietnam: The Complete Story of the Australian War (Copy 2), 2012
...am well written and researched history offered.. As an object lesson in how to win and lose wars, especially from a point of view of a small ally in a big war. This book is a superb vehicle for learning the lessons, This history of Australia's involvement in Vietnam should have been studdied ten years ago, when we had a real chance to win in Afghanistan....am well written and researched history offered.. As an object lesson in how to win and lose wars, especially from a point of view of a small ally in a big war. This book is a superb vehicle for learning the lessons, This history of Australia's involvement in Vietnam should have been studdied ten years ago, when we had a real chance to win in Afghanistan.military participation -- australian, vietnam war, 1961-1975 -- participation, australian, vietnam war, 1961-1975 -- political aspects -- australia -
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Book, Capps, Walter ed, The Vietnam Reader, 1991
... -1975. Since the end of the Vietnam War, histories, films ...Since the end of the Vietnam War, histories, films, novels and poetry have sought to come to grips with the conflict's devastating effect on Asians and Americans, both those who fought and those who didn't.Since the end of the Vietnam War, histories, films, novels and poetry have sought to come to grips with the conflict's devastating effect on Asians and Americans, both those who fought and those who didn't.vietnamese conflict , 1961-1975. -
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Book, Nguyen, Nathalie Huynh Chau, South Vietnamese Soldiers: Memories of the Vietnam War and After, 2016
In a powerful and eloquent book, Nguyen rewrites the South Vietnamese back into their own history and gives them back their voices.In a powerful and eloquent book, Nguyen rewrites the South Vietnamese back into their own history and gives them back their voices.veterans - vietnam (republic) - interviews, soldiers - vietnam (republic) - biography, republic of, republic of vietnam, south east asia -
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Book, Prados, John, The Hidden History of the Vietnam War, 1995
... The Hidden History of the Vietnam War....National Vietnam Veterans Museum (NVVM) 25 Veterans Drive ...A model of lucid writing and fair judgement which tells us things we need to know.A model of lucid writing and fair judgement which tells us things we need to know.vietnamese conflict, 1961-1975 - united states, president j f kennedy, president lyndon johnson, american prisoners -
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Book, Murphy, John, Harvest of Fear: A history of Australia's Vietnam War, 1993
... Harvest of Fear: A history of Australia's Vietnam War.... longest war. Harvest of Fear: A history of Australia's Vietnam War ...The most complete account yet of Australia's longest war.The most complete account yet of Australia's longest war.vietnamese conflict , 1961-1975 - australia, 1961-1975 - protest movements - australia, australian servicemen -
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Book, English, Michael C, Brave Lads: The 3RAR Tour of Duty in South Vietnam, 1967-1968, 2008
Brave Lads is a long awaited unit history that fills a gap in the Australian military experience in South VietnamBrave Lads is a long awaited unit history that fills a gap in the Australian military experience in South Vietnamaustralia. australian army. battalion, vietnam war, 1961-1975 -- regimental histories -- australia, 3rar -
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Book, Bourke, Mary, Keeping the Spirit Alive: The Story of the Phillip Island RSL
This book, Keeping the Spirit Alive, The Story of the Philip island RSL, is a journey through time and through the memories of its members.The story of the Phillip Island RSL.This book, Keeping the Spirit Alive, The Story of the Philip island RSL, is a journey through time and through the memories of its members.returned services league of australia. phillip island sub-branch -- history, veterans -- victoria -- phillip island -- history -
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Book, Stockings, Craig ed. and Connor, John ed, The Shadow Men, 2017
Australian military history is full of big names that loom large in the public memory of the nation's wartime experiences - Monash, Chauvel, Jacka and Blamey. But what about the others, influential but lesser known army strategists and leaders, who shaped the Australian Army? this book pulls them out of the shadows.The leaders who shaped the Australian Army from the Veldt to Vietnam.Australian military history is full of big names that loom large in the public memory of the nation's wartime experiences - Monash, Chauvel, Jacka and Blamey. But what about the others, influential but lesser known army strategists and leaders, who shaped the Australian Army? this book pulls them out of the shadows.australia. army - officers - biography, australia. army - military personnel - biography -
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Book, Davies, Bruce and McKay, Gary, The Men Who Persevered: The AATTV - the most highly decorated Australian unit of the Viet Nam war (Copy 3)
The AATTV was in Vietnam from July 1962 to December 1972. Nearly 1000 Australians and 11 New Zealand served with "The Team" during that time. They were advisers - sometimes commanders - who operated in small groups across a wide spectrum of military poss throughout the SouthThe AATTV was in Vietnam from July 1962 to December 1972. Nearly 1000 Australians and 11 New Zealand served with "The Team" during that time. They were advisers - sometimes commanders - who operated in small groups across a wide spectrum of military poss throughout the South australia. army. australian army training team, vietnam, vietnam war 1961-1975 - regimental histories - australia, aattv -
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Book, Hopkins, R.N. Major-General C.B.E, Australian Armour: A history of the Royal Australian Armoured Corps, 1927-1972, 1993
This is a story of Australian tanks and tank-men.This is a story of Australian tanks and tank-men.australia. army. royal australian armoured corps -- history, tank warfare -- history, vietnamese wars. military operations by australia. army. royal australian armoured corps. -
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Book, Siuru, Bill, The Huey and the Huey Cobra, 1987
Brings to life the fascinating history and missions of all the Huey and Huey Cobra helicopters in both their military and civilian rolesBrings to life the fascinating history and missions of all the Huey and Huey Cobra helicopters in both their military and civilian roleshueycobra (helicopter), hueycobra (helicopter) -- history -
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Book, Simmelhaig, Helen and Spenceley, G.F.R, For Australia's Sake: a history of Australia's involvement in nine wars
Tells the story of Australia's involvement in these wars, both on the battlefront and at home.Tells the story of Australia's involvement in these wars, both on the battlefront and at home.vietnam war, 1961-1975, australia -- armed forces -
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Book, Odgers, George, Army Australia. (Copy 1), 1993
Army Australia is the definitive history of Australian soldiers involved in conflicts from the Maori War of the 1860's through to the Gulf War and the peacekeeping operations in the Western Sahara and Cambodia.Army Australia is the definitive history of Australian soldiers involved in conflicts from the Maori War of the 1860's through to the Gulf War and the peacekeeping operations in the Western Sahara and Cambodia.australia. army -- history, australia. australian army -- history. -
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Book, Barker, Theo, Craftsmen of the Australian Army: the story of RAEME, 1992
The Corps of Royal Australian Electrical and Mechanical Engineers (RAEME) has the major responsibility for the maintenance, recovery and repair of the Army's electrical and mechanical equipment.The Corps of Royal Australian Electrical and Mechanical Engineers (RAEME) has the major responsibility for the maintenance, recovery and repair of the Army's electrical and mechanical equipment.australia. army. corps of royal australian electrical and mechanical engineers - history, military engineering - australia - history - 20th century