The Vietnam War was one of the worst in American history. Combat in the jungle was difficult, and it was hard to know who exactly was the enemy, since Vietnam had two different sides of the war as well.
it was difficult to know who the enemy was
During the Vietnam War, soldiers used a variety of weapons, including rifles like the M16 and AK-47, machine guns such as the M60, and shotguns like the Remington 870. They also employed grenades, mortars, and artillery, alongside support from airstrikes using bombers and helicopters. Additionally, the Viet Cong utilized booby traps and improvised explosive devices (IEDs) to combat American forces. The diverse arsenal reflected the guerrilla warfare tactics and the challenging terrain of Vietnam.
Probably, the navy seals are given amphetamines (speed) daily. But then again maybe not, because soldiers in Vietnam indulged into drugs like heroin and marijuana that would cause them to be jailed 5-10 years when caught and removed from the military.
WW I 10% WW II 50% Vietnam 70% Iraq 90% Scary, isn't it? Used to be soldiers killing soldiers; now it's soldiers killing innocent civilians like you and me.
During World War II, American soldiers primarily consumed a diet consisting of canned and packaged foods, known as rations. The most common type was the C-ration, which included items like meat, vegetables, and biscuits. As the war progressed, the K-ration was introduced, featuring lightweight, calorie-dense meals designed for specific combat situations. Fresh food was scarce, so soldiers often relied on these rations, supplemented with whatever they could acquire locally.
it was difficult to know who the enemy was
Combat for American soldiers in Vietnam was intense and often brutal, characterized by guerrilla warfare tactics employed by the Viet Cong and North Vietnamese forces. Soldiers faced challenging terrain, unpredictable weather, and a lack of clear front lines, which heightened the dangers of ambushes and booby traps. The psychological toll was significant, with many soldiers grappling with fear, uncertainty, and moral dilemmas related to the war's purpose and impact. Overall, the experience was marked by chaos, high casualties, and a profound sense of isolation from the broader American society.
Like an enemy.
Like an enemy.
The americans didnt like the Lai Massacre which involved unarmed civillians in Vietnam getting killed by American soldiers The number of american soldiers getting killed was growing which made them doubt their leadership Some americans didnt agree with the reasons the leadership used to justify the war with
During the Vietnam War, soldiers used a variety of weapons, including rifles like the M16 and AK-47, machine guns such as the M60, and shotguns like the Remington 870. They also employed grenades, mortars, and artillery, alongside support from airstrikes using bombers and helicopters. Additionally, the Viet Cong utilized booby traps and improvised explosive devices (IEDs) to combat American forces. The diverse arsenal reflected the guerrilla warfare tactics and the challenging terrain of Vietnam.
They were booed at disliked. They were called "Baby killers" and much worse. They were like that because of the media being able to record and show American citizens the horrors of the Vietnam war.
Probably, the navy seals are given amphetamines (speed) daily. But then again maybe not, because soldiers in Vietnam indulged into drugs like heroin and marijuana that would cause them to be jailed 5-10 years when caught and removed from the military.
A person from Vietnam is called Vietnamese. If the person is an American, he or she might hyphenate it, like Vietnamese-American.
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It is when the soldiers live in your house. Like they did before the American revolution