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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
skate
Military; Vietnam War
A task that required little effort or pain; verb form means to take it easy.
trach
Military; Vietnam War
A tracheotomy. Making an opening into the windpipe to facilitate breathing.
absent without leave (AWOL)
Military; Vietnam War
Leaving a military post or position without official permission.
combat assault (CA)
Military; Vietnam War
The term is used to describe dropping troopers into a hot LZ, or landing zone under enemy fire.
