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.

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heat tabs

Military; Vietnam War

Flammable tablet used to heat C-rations. Always in short supply.

mechanized platoon

Military; Vietnam War

A platoon operating with tanks and/or armored personnel carriers.

military payment currency (MPC)

Military; Vietnam War

A scrip form of currency used to pay U.S. military soldiers in certain foreign countries between the end of World War II and the end of U.S. participation in the Vietnam War – from 1946 until 1973.