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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

cheap Charlie

Military; Vietnam War

GI who is frugal with his money while in a bar.

frag

Military; Vietnam War

Fragmentation grenade; verb form of "fragging"

hardstand

Military; Vietnam War

A pierced steel plate (PSP) platform over sand.

honey-dippers

Military; Vietnam War

People responsible for burning human excrement.

Rome plow

Military; Vietnam War

Mammoth bulldozer used to flatten dense jungle.

short-timer

Military; Vietnam War

Soldier nearing the end of his tour in Vietnam.

two

Military; Vietnam War

Radio call signal of the intelligence officer.

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