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Q: What was the average age of men who fought in the Vietnam war?
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What were the ages for the Vietnam war draft?

Both generals Westmoreland & Abrams, commanders in Vietnam, were age 52 in 1966; both fought against the Germans in WWII. The oldest US serviceman to die in Vietnam was age 62, the youngest man, which is disputed (some say he was younger) was age 16.


How old were most of the U.S. soldiers in the Vietnam War?

The average age of the American soldier in Vietnam was 19. Some as young as 16 and others as old as ? Actually, that is a myth. None of the enlisted grades had an average age of less than 20. Assuming KIAs accurately represented age groups serving in Vietnam, the average age of an infantryman serving in Vietnam to be nineteen years old is a myth, it is actually twenty-two point eight. The average man who fought in World War II was 26 years of age. (information from http://www.vietnam-war.info/myths/ Thanks) Byakko


What was the 'average age' of World War 2 soldiers?

The average age of the men who fought in WWI was 26. Their average duration of service was 33 months and 73% of this time on average was spent abroad. Their average base pay was $71.33 per month for those who were enlisted, and $203.50 per month for officers.


How old was the average age of those killed in Vietnam?

The average age of soldiers taken through the draft was 19, at least according to the song.


Average age of soldier in World War II?

well on the allies side the youngest you could be was 16 with parents consent, 17 without. 44 was the maximum age you could be to fight overseas on the axis side was around the age of 16- 50 to fight. within Germany in the Hitler youth fought as young as 12.

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What were the ages for the Vietnam war draft?

Both generals Westmoreland & Abrams, commanders in Vietnam, were age 52 in 1966; both fought against the Germans in WWII. The oldest US serviceman to die in Vietnam was age 62, the youngest man, which is disputed (some say he was younger) was age 16.


Where can you find how Louisiana was involved in the Vietnam War information and Where can you find how many people from Louisiana fought in the Vietnam War?

Louisiana lost 882 men in Vietnam.


How many Australian men came back from Vietnam?

About 8,000 Australian servicemen fought in the Vietnam War. Approximately 600 were killed there.


How old were most of the U.S. soldiers in the Vietnam War?

The average age of the American soldier in Vietnam was 19. Some as young as 16 and others as old as ? Actually, that is a myth. None of the enlisted grades had an average age of less than 20. Assuming KIAs accurately represented age groups serving in Vietnam, the average age of an infantryman serving in Vietnam to be nineteen years old is a myth, it is actually twenty-two point eight. The average man who fought in World War II was 26 years of age. (information from http://www.vietnam-war.info/myths/ Thanks) Byakko


What is the average age for women- average age for men?

The average age for women is around 41 years old, while the average age for men is around 39 years old. These ages may vary depending on the specific population or region being considered.


What was the average age of the north Vietnam soldier during the Vietnam war?

They appeared to mirror allied military men. Young and older men, and females were relegated to support duties (transport & repair) and primarily to duties defending their homeland (North Vietnam) in the anti-aircraft defense systems.


How many troops from America fought in the Vietnam War?

Over two and a half million men.


Are the men who fought in Vietnam now grandpas?

Yes some are. My husbands grandfather, who is about to become a great grandfather is a Vietnam vet and we are about to make my father also a Vietnam vet a grandfather.


How were Vietnam soldiers treated differently from World War 2 soldiers?

WWII men fought the good war. Vietnam returnees were treated as losers.


What happened to the old Vietnam president after the Vietnam war ended?

I was at a reunion of my VNam outfit six months ago. Most are doing about average for men our age. Most of the so called 'facts' about VNam vets are myths.


What was the 'average age' of World War 2 soldiers?

The average age of the men who fought in WWI was 26. Their average duration of service was 33 months and 73% of this time on average was spent abroad. Their average base pay was $71.33 per month for those who were enlisted, and $203.50 per month for officers.


How did American citizens treat the men who fought in the Vietnam War?

They treat them with respect but mostly they don't reconize them at all.