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Early on they were issued M14 rifles. They were later replaced by the M16A1. They also used the M60 machine gun, and .45 ACP 1911 pistols. Some special operations units and armored units were issued the CAR15. Some tankers also got .45 ACP grease guns.
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American soldiers in the Vietnam War were issued various types of equipment and gear. This included standard uniforms, helmets, combat boots, canteens, first aid kits, and personal weapons such as rifles and pistols. They were also equipped with items such as field packs, ponchos, gas masks, and other gear necessary for survival and combat in the jungle environment.
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How many us soldiers died in vietnam?
A total of 58,168 American soldiers died in Vietnam during the Vietnam War!!
How many American Soldiers on the last day of their tour of Duty?
See: Statistics about the Vietnam War
During Vietnam war African American soldiers were?
More likely than others to serve in combat positions
Did the Vietnam government award the Vietnam gallantry cross to America military personnel who served in Vietnam in 1963 -1964?
yes Ijust got my print out from the American War library and it was listed as issued
Why did the American soldiers wear a peace sign around their neck during the Vietnam War?
Because they were disenchanted with the way the war was going, and were desperate for peace. The terrible psychological impact of fighting in Vietnam, or any war for that matter, cannot be underestimated. It was this which prompted many American soldiers, who were drafted into the conflict without consent, to desire peace.
Were the soldiers of the Vietnam war respected after the war?
In America. the American soldiers? No. In Vietnam - the Vietnamese Viet-Cong? Yes.
What were reacions of American soldiers for fighting Vietnam war?
They were drafted.
What drove American soldiers to fight in the Vietnam War?
They were drafted.
How many us soldiers died in vietnam?
A total of 58,168 American soldiers died in Vietnam during the Vietnam War!!
What were the struggles American soldiers faced after the Vietnam war?
Aids in women
What tactics did the American soldiers use in the Vietnam war?
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Aproximately how many American soldiers were killed in the Vietnam War?
More than 58,000 American soldiers lost their lives during the Vietname War.
What was the total amount of American soldiers involved in the Vietnam war?
oh-my-goshies. i. do. not. no.
What does charley mean?
In the Vietnam War, the American soldiers would refer to the enemy as charley
What Asian war did American soldiers fight communist forces?
Either the Korean War or the Vietnam War. Both were in Asia.
Large numbers of American soldiers fought against communist forces during what Asian war?
Vietnam War
What Asian war did large numbers of American soldiers fight in 1960?
Vietnam but it wasnt officially declared war
