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Was The Vietnam War a war?
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May 31, 2007 3:19PM
As I understand it, and being a Marine Corps Vet who served during that time, it was never declared a war. In the beginning it was referred to as a Police Action, but became better known as the "Vietnam Conflict." However, for those of us who served there, it was WAR! yes
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