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The war had divided the nation; additionally, the war was looked upon by many as a lost cause. Consequently, the returning American GI's were looked upon as losers; losers of a war, and fighting for a lost cause.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 14y agoSince South Vietnam collapsed, and US servicemen had fought for the South, returning servicemen were treated as losers. This was not new, it happened to returning Southerners after the American Civil War (US Civil War) too.
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like an unwanted erection!!!
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Who said that? That was America's greatest generation, they were treated that way then, they're treated that way now.
What year did Vietnam veterans have their welcome home parade?
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How were Vietnam veterans welcomed when they arrived back home?
They weren't.
Is there a website that lists the names of Vietnam era veterans by state?
The names on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall website, will also list their home states.
Treatment of the soldiers from there return from Vietnam?
Servicemen returning home from Vietnam were often given a "dirty look" of disguist, or had a "smart remark" made to them. Many returning veterans would NOT tell people that they were veterans of the Vietnam War.
What are some quotes said from Australian Vietnam veterans after they got home?
"Hi" :D
How were Vietnam veterans mistreated when they returned home?
because of the job they have done and their personality has changed
How were Vietnam soldiers treated when they came home?
Like an enemy.
