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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

Sgt. Rock

Military; Vietnam War

A combat-scarred World War II comic book character. Created by Robert Kanigher and Joe Kubert, Sgt. Frank Rock is a fictional infantry non-commissioned officer during World War II in the DC Comics.

angel track

Military; Vietnam War

An armored personnel carrier used as an aid station.

clacker

Military; Vietnam War

A small hand-held firing device for a claymore mine.

five

Military; Vietnam War

Radio call sign for the executive officer of a unit.

L ambush

Military; Vietnam War

A type of ambush set-up, shaped like the letter 'L'

tight

Military; Vietnam War

Good friends are close to ("tight" with) each other.

wood line

Military; Vietnam War

A row of trees at the edge of a field or rice paddy.

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