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Vietnam War
A war in the country of Vietnam between the United States and the communist forces of North Vietnam. The U.S. was attempting to keep South Vietnam free from communism. The North Vietnamese eventually won, forcing the United States to withdraw.
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Vietnam War
coxwain flat
Military; Vietnam War
The area where the coxwain (driver) stands when he steers a boat or ship.
blood trail
Military; Vietnam War
A trail of blood on the ground left by a fleeing man who has been wounded.
piaster (P)
Military; Vietnam War
The name of the Vietnamese currency. One piaster was worth one cent or less.
Popular Forces (PF)
Military; Vietnam War
South Vietnamese National Guard-type local military units. During the Vietnam War, the South Vietnamese Popular Force consisted of local militias that protected their home villages from attacks by ...
chuck
Military; Vietnam War
Term used by black marines to identify white individuals; often derogatory.
flare
Military; Vietnam War
Illumination projectile; hand-fired or shot from artillery, mortars, or air.
hooch
Military; Vietnam War
A hut or simple dwelling, either military or civilian. Also spelled hootch.
