This book explores the causes of and events leading to the Vietnam War, discusses major battles and key figures of the war, and describes the experiences of soldiers and people on the home front.
General Note
Includes chronology.
Includes glossary.
Content Note
Surprise attack - The origins of the war - Giving the green light - More troops, no closer to victory - The unseen enemy - Atrocities in Vietnam and battles at home - Withdrawal and expansion - Coming home - The war is lost.