Conflict: Vietnam
This post is quite different from the usual Fold3 spotlights in that it was written by the Fold3 community. The following are selections from comments left at the Interactive Vietnam Veterans Memorial. Every word was offered by someone who cares … Continue reading
Conflict: Vietnam
Kit Carson Scouts were former Viet Cong who, after their defection, volunteered to aid U.S. troops. The scouts left the Viet Cong for a myriad of reasons, including disillusionment with the North Vietnamese cause, conflict with other members of the … Continue reading
Conflict: Vietnam
During the Vietnam War, anti-war messages sprouted like weeds from the walls and roadways of Vietnam. The Vietcong, in opposition to South Vietnam and their American allies, constantly left signs, graffiti, and anti-American propaganda along the travel routes of the … Continue reading
Conflict: Vietnam
“Here I am at Da Nang, better known as Dodge City. Yes, sir, Da Nang is one of my favorite stops. And I mean STOPS. Go any further and you’re in Cong country.” In December 1967 Bob Hope brought his … Continue reading
Conflict: Vietnam
Homesick and war-weary, many U.S. soldiers in Vietnam tried to bring at least a little traditional Christmas spirit to their bases, tents, and outposts. While some of the luckiest were chosen to attend USO Christmas shows at nearby bases, most … Continue reading