An Ally with a Lot to Lose in Vietnam
Fearful of communist encroachment that threatened its survival, Thailand provided crucial aid to the U.S. fight in neighboring Indochina.
POWs: Returning to a Society They Did Not Recognize
The pain continued for many POWs even after they came home.
The My Canh Girl
A bloodied child became the symbol of horror when Viet Cong bombs exploded at a Saigon restaurant.
School Keeps Memories of Vietnam KIA Alive
Memorial and scholarships honor Garinger’s fallen alumni
How Hanoi Leaders’ Deception Fooled Americans at Tet
Before their attacks across South Vietnam, communist forces sowed confusion among their enemies through a massive disinformation campaign
Vincent R. Capodanno: The Padre Who Gave His All for Wounded Marines
When Peters was dead, the man the Marines called “The Grunt Padre” went back into the field of fire on his way to other wounded and dying Marines.
Colin Powell: The Vietnam War Years
Colin Powell's military prowess showed early in his experiences in Vietnam and would shape the leadership abilities that would later catapult his career.
Going to War in 1965 with the Army You Have
The first troops sent to Vietnam had to battle personnel and equipment shortages.
Army Holder of the Top Three Awards for Valor in Combat: Robert Lewis Howard
Robert Lewis Howard was the only Army member in Vietnam to earn all three top combat decorations: Medal of Honor, Distinguished Service Cross and Silver Star.
Alpha 6 ‘Just Disappeared’: What Happened to the Company’s Captain?
As the platoon trekked across Vietnam to set up defenses in Thu Duc, their commander suddenly 'fell' into an unexpected situation.
