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.
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.
A total of 58,168 American soldiers died in Vietnam during the Vietnam War!!
See: Statistics about the Vietnam War
More likely than others to serve in combat positions
yes Ijust got my print out from the American War library and it was listed as issued
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.
In America. the American soldiers? No. In Vietnam - the Vietnamese Viet-Cong? Yes.
They were drafted.
They were drafted.
A total of 58,168 American soldiers died in Vietnam during the Vietnam War!!
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More than 58,000 American soldiers lost their lives during the Vietname War.
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In the Vietnam War, the American soldiers would refer to the enemy as charley
Either the Korean War or the Vietnam War. Both were in Asia.
Vietnam War
Vietnam but it wasnt officially declared war