Home > Industry/Domain > Military > Vietnam War

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.

Industry: Military

Add a new term

Contributors in Vietnam War

Become a Contributors

Vietnam War

mechanical ambush (MA)
Military; Vietnam War

Euphemism for an American set booby trap.

regiment
Military; Vietnam War

A military unit usually consisting of a number of battalions.

rotate
Military; Vietnam War

To return to the U.S. at the end of a year's tour in Vietnam.

Tet
Military; Vietnam War

January holiday, Buddhist lunar New Year. Buddha's birthday.

bro
Military; Vietnam War

A black soldier; also, at times, boonierats from the same unit.

carbine
Military; Vietnam War

A short-barreled, lightweight automatic or semiautomatic rifle.

flack jacket
Military; Vietnam War

Heavy fiberglass-filled vest worn for protection from shrapnel.

Featured User

Featured blossaries

10 Best Bali Luxury Resorts

Category: Travel   1 10 Terms

sophisticated terms of economic theory

Category: Business   2 20 Terms

TermWiki is ranked top innovative application by IDC.

© 2025 CSOFT International, Ltd.   

Follow us on: