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Only able bodied 19 and up aged males were eligible for the military draft. Volunteers could enter the war at 18. Although there were younger men than that in country.
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When did American troops go to Vietnam?
First ground troops were sent to Vietnam in 1965.
In what years did someone have to serve to be considered AA Vietnam veteran?
To simply have served in the country of South Vietnam while serving in the U.S. military services. Many joined the Army, so the initial service was three years. Others were drafted, and had to serve two years in the service. Draftees who came home after serving a year in Vietnam with only two or three months remaining on their 24 month service obligation were given 'early outs.' Others serving from '59 to '75 are considered Vietnam Era Veterans -- serving in the military during that time, but not actually assigned to units in Vietnam.
Who was burning draft cards?
Young men in America during the late 1960's to early 1970's who were afraid to fight in Vietnam.
What qualifies as a veteran during Vietnam era?
Generally, a Vietnam era veteran is considered anyone who served in the military between 1964-1975. There are, however, some nuances in the case of Vietnam War veterans, who served in country during the war. They can date back to the late 1950s and early 1960s, when the US had advisers in Vietnam; also, while there were only few in Vietnam at this time, some US servicemen who served in 1974-1975 would be considered Vietnam veterans (I.e. marines present at the Fall of Saigon and US Navy sailors who aided in evacuating Saigon).
How did America feel about the Vietnam War in late 1960s and early 1970s?
Lives revolved around themselves being inducted into the military to fight the Vietnam War. Marriages, Children, Careers, College, Buying a home, Buying a new car, establising a business or a relationship other than a marriage...all revolved around getting drafted into the military. The government conscripted 40,000 men a MONTH, that is alot of disrupted lives!
Was the Vietnam War during the early 1940s?
No
How old did you have to be to volunteer for Vietnam?
Not drafted into Vietnam. A man could be drafted into the military and NOT go to Vietnam. He could be stationed anywhere. Most men that were drafted were in their early twenties, a very few got conscripted at 19 (compared to the 20 or 21 or 22 age group).
When did American troops go to Vietnam?
First ground troops were sent to Vietnam in 1965.
When was the youth vote against the Vietnam War?
All during the 60's and early 70's.
In what years did someone have to serve to be considered AA Vietnam veteran?
To simply have served in the country of South Vietnam while serving in the U.S. military services. Many joined the Army, so the initial service was three years. Others were drafted, and had to serve two years in the service. Draftees who came home after serving a year in Vietnam with only two or three months remaining on their 24 month service obligation were given 'early outs.' Others serving from '59 to '75 are considered Vietnam Era Veterans -- serving in the military during that time, but not actually assigned to units in Vietnam.
Where did the Vietnam battle start?
The first battles were fought in the villages and countryside in South Vietnam, and the recording of their dates and locations can only be found in early writings during the US military adviser days during President Eisenhower's administration in 1955.
What European country rules Vietnam in the 1800's and early 1900s?
Vietnam was ruled by France as a colony during the 1800's and early 1900's. The territory under French control in southeast Asia was known as French IndoChina. The revolt of the Vietnamese people against French colonization lead to US involvment and the Vietnam war.
When did john Williams begin composing music?
Most likely in the early 1950's, as part of his college curriculum and study. When he was drafted into military service, he began arranging music for band.
Who was burning draft cards?
Young men in America during the late 1960's to early 1970's who were afraid to fight in Vietnam.
During what season are wildfires most likely in the Tonto National Forest?
Spring and early summer
Who was the Time Magazine Person of the Year in 1965?
The Time Magazine Person of the Year in 1965 was General William Westmoreland, the U.S. military commander in Vietnam during the early years of the Vietnam War.
What internal problems existed within Vietnam during the early years of the Diem regime?
There was the problem of Catholic versus Buddhist and Democracy versus Communism.
