non-fictionSheehan's tragic biography of John Paul Vann is also a sweeping history of America's seduction, entrapment and disillusionment in Vietnam. vietnam war 1961-1975 - american involvement, vietnam war 1961-1975 - biography

Over the thirty years of his career as commander in chief (of Communist forces in Vietnam). Giap not only frustrated the designs of two nations far stronger that his own both militarily and technologically, but also continually built up the strength and capabilities of his own military forces, seamlessly integrating them into a resilient political infrastructure that he himself had no small hand in creating.generals -- vietnam -- biography, vietnam (democratic republic). qua^n do ^i -- biography

Over the thrity years of his career as commander in chief (of Cummunist forces in Vietnam). Giap not only frustrated the designs of two nations far stronger that his own both militarily and technologically, but also continually built up the strength and capabilities of his own military forces, seamlessly integrating them into a resilient political infrastructure that he himself had no small hand in creating. generals -- vietnam -- biography, vietnam (democratic republic). qua^n do ^i -- biography

The Offering is the personal saga of an American fighting man in Vietnam.vietnamese conflict, 1961-1975 - personal narratives, american

If there is one book that captures the Vietnam War in the sheer Homeric scale of its passion and folly, this book is it.vann, john paul, united states. army - officers - biography

Probably he book on the Vietnam War - A sophisiticated, humane book by a reporter who witnessed the war on all levels.united states. army - officers - biography, john paul vann

Superb. Ifyou ever read just one history of the Vietnam war, read and admire and celebrate this one.united states. army - officers - biography, john paul vann

Here is the epic story of Vietnam and the sixties tld through the events of a few gripping passionate days of war and peace in October 1967. 1961-1975 -- united states, vietnam war, 1961-1975 -- protest movements -- united states

Here is the epic story of Vietnam and the sixties tld through the events of a few gripping passionate days of war and peace in October 1967.vietnam war, 1961-1975 - united states, vietnam war, 1961-1975 - protest movements -- united states

Dear America is more than correspondence from homesick Gls. It is a collective letter to the nationand its governent, a plea that asks: Why did you do this to your children?vietnam war, 1961-1975 - personal narratives, american

There were no presidential speeches proclaiming crusaders "to make the world safe for democracy" or days which "shall live in infamy".vietnam war, 1961-1975, da nang, 9th marines, 173rd airborne brigade

Framed brass plaque presented to the Vietnam Veterans Assoc. of Australia by James L. Brazee Jr., President of Vietnam Veterans of America Inc., 3 October 1992.vietnam veterans’ association of america, vietnam veterans association of australia, plaque

Ornate belt Buckle in heavy Metal depicting American Flag: Eagle in Flight. Soldier holding rifle in jungle setting Banner at top with Vietnam Veteran in red "And Proud of It" in center.Made in USA. Copyright 1988belt buckle, united states of america, vietnam veterans

This items commemorates the war in Vietnam (1962-1972).Very worn condition of a Military Payment Certificate issued by the USA Military. Value of $1.00 in words & numbers. Ladies' head displayed on ornate note with peacock feather & reverse butterfly design.J02526853J. Series 641 36.military payment certificates, one dollar, united states of america, vietnam

At the time of writing of this report, no dependents of official U.S. Government Employees or dependents of U.S. Military Personnel are permitted to reside in Vietnam. An exception has been made to personnel married to Vietnamese Nationals in that they may remain at post with sponsor until rotation to the United States or their next overseas duty assignment. The dependents who were in Vietnam were evacuated in February 1965 and at present there are no definite plans to permit their return.diplomatic and consular service, america - vietnam

Silver coloured light weight Medal attached to a red, white and blue ribbon designed to be worn around the neck. Front : Vietnam, helicopter; " I served my country" Veteran Back "Thank You" Frank Bianco, Rochester, Mich.A Generation offered their lives to America - in Vietnammedal

Round black velvet disc with caricature-style image of a soldier in US Army battle dress with a rifle over his left shoulder painted on it . Flags of America, Vietnam and Korea are in the background. He is holding a road sign. "Tobey" on his right pocket.On helmet: FAID-V ( written in pen) . On road sign: HQ69th Sig B.N. VIETNAM printed in white on top of disc.plaque, america, craft, art, souvenir, us soldier

From a collection of 253 images on slides taken while on deployment in Vietnam, by Corporal Peter Stanley Sims (44304), who served in the Royal Australian Army Medical Corps, 1969 - 1970.American 20 Surgical hospital, Vietnam 1970.peter stanley sims, 44304, slides, royal australian army medical corps, vietnam war, sims, australian forces vietnam, hq australian forces vietnam, 20 surgical hospital

From a collection of 253 images on slides taken while on deployment in Vietnam, by Corporal Peter Stanley Sims (44304), who served in the Royal Australian Army Medical Corps, 1969 - 1970.Tanks for protection at American 20 Surgical hospital, Vietnam 1969/70.peter stanley sims, 44304, slides, royal australian army medical corps, vietnam war, sims, australian forces vietnam, hq australian forces vietnam, 20 surgical hospital

During the war in Vietnam, a MUST hospital (Medical Unit, Self-Contained, Transportable) was a type of field hospital developed by the US Army. These hospitals utilized inflatable shelters, expandable structures, and auxiliary power units to create self-contained medical facilities. They could be constructed relatively easily and were capable of supporting a large number of patients. This image is from a collection of 253 images on slides taken by Corporal Peter Stanley Sims (Service no:44304), while on deployment in Vietnam 1969 -1970. He served in the Royal Australian Army Medical Corps. Anchor point on buildings at American 20 Surgical hospital, Vietnam 1969/70.peter stanley sims, 44304, slides, royal australian army medical corps, vietnam war, sims, australian forces vietnam, hq australian forces vietnam, 20 surgical hospital, must

From a collection of 253 images on slides taken while on deployment in Vietnam by Corporal Peter Stanley Sims (44304). He served in the Royal Australian Army Medical Corps, 1969 - 1970.Helicopter being loaded with treated soldiers at American 20 Surgical Hospital, Vietnam 1969/70.peter stanley sims, 44304, slides, royal australian army medical corps, vietnam war, sims, australian forces vietnam, hq australian forces vietnam, 20 surgical hospital, quonset hut

During the war in Vietnam, a MUST hospital (Medical Unit, Self-Contained, Transportable) was a type of field hospital developed by the US Army. These hospitals utilized inflatable shelters, expandable structures, and auxiliary power units to create self-contained medical facilities. They could be constructed relatively easily and were capable of supporting a large number of patients. This image is from a collection of 253 images on slides taken by Corporal Peter Stanley Sims (Service no:44304), while on deployment in Vietnam 1969 -1970. He served in the Royal Australian Army Medical Corps. Equipment used for operating wards and operating theatres at American 20 Surgical hospital, Vietnam 1969/70.peter stanley sims, 44304, slides, royal australian army medical corps, vietnam war, sims, australian forces vietnam, hq australian forces vietnam, 20 surgical hospital, medical unit self contained transportable, must

From a collection of 253 images on slides taken while on deployment in Vietnam, by Corporal Peter Stanley Sims (44304), who served in the Royal Australian Army Medical Corps, 1969 - 1970.Fortified walls are either side of helicopter pads for protection, at American 20 Surgical hospital, Vietnam 1969/70.peter stanley sims, 44304, slides, royal australian army medical corps, vietnam war, sims, australian forces vietnam, hq australian forces vietnam, 20 surgical hospital, helicopter pad

The book explores the changes in attitude of Americans towards the Vietnam War from the first film made, The Green Berets to Apocalypse Now & many other films in between (nearly 70).When the long-awaited Apocalypse Now exploded into public consciousness the movie business had completed a 180 degree turn. For many Francis Ford Coppola's mammoth project, though flawed, was the most savage indictment of the Vietnam War yet - a vision of harrowing and mindless carnage in which threr were only victims. 1961-1975 - participation, american, vietnam war, 1961-1975 - movies