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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

mighty mite

Military; Vietnam War

Commercial air-blower used for injecting gas into tunnels.

strobe

Military; Vietnam War

Hand held strobe light for marking landing zones at night.

Kit Carson scout

Military; Vietnam War

Former Viet Cong who act as guides for U.S. military units.

M-14

Military; Vietnam War

Wood stock rifle used in early portion of Vietnam conflict.

MR IV

Military; Vietnam War

Viet Cong military region surrounding and including Saigon.

nuoc-mam

Military; Vietnam War

Fermented fish sauce used by the Vietnamese as a condiment.

sapper

Military; Vietnam War

A Viet Cong or NVA commando, usually armed with explosives.

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