FIGHTING IN VIETNAM: THE EXPERIENCES OF THE US SOLDIER

Stories of the men and women who served during the Vietnam War in active combat or in support roles overseas and stateside. Wide range of topics, including the effects of climate and terrain on fighting, life in camp, food, R&R, morale, relations with the South Vietnamese, medical treatment, the draft, the antiwar movement, minority issues, reception back home, and post-traumatic stress disorder

Stories of the men and women who served during the Vietnam War in active combat or in support roles overseas and stateside * Wide range of topics, including combat, life in camp, food, R&R, the draft, the antiwar movement, and more * Based on primary sources * Timeline puts dates and events in better perspective * Comprehensive bibliography for further reading.