Books

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Title Authors Description OpenBook ID
Amphibious vehicles Amphibious vehicles Michael Green Discusses the history and military use of several amphibious vehicles, highlighting specific models and their roles in various battles. OL15030873W
The Vietnam War soldier at Con Thien The Vietnam War soldier at Con Thien William R. Sanford Recounts the experiences of an army nurse who served in Vietnam. OL15129735W
The Vietnam War The Vietnam War Deborah Kent Examines the Vietnam War, including the causes of the conflict, the United States' entry into the war, the life of soldiers on both sides, the home front, and the end of the long war. OL15998220W
The Vietnam War The Vietnam War Peter Benoit Presents the timeline of the Vietnam War, including the causes of the conflict and the role played by the United States' involvement, and explores the war's impact upon today's political and cultural… OL17903689W
Escape from Saigon Escape from Saigon Andrea Warren Chronicles the experiences of an orphaned Amerasian boy from his birth and early childhood in Saigon through his departure from Vietnam in the 1975 Operation Babylift and his subsequent life as the a… OL1813141W
Why did the Vietnam War happen? Why did the Vietnam War happen? Clive Gifford This book looks at the causes of the Vietnam War and surrounding controversies. OL18183339W
Stop this war! Stop this war! Margot Fortunato Galt A social history of the protest by United States citizens against the Vietnam War, from the days of the first American involvement in Vietnam in the early 1960s through the 1970s. OL19243803W
The Vietnam War The Vietnam War Jill Sherman "Takes readers on a historical journey with 12 engaging chapters about the Vietnam War. With colorful spreads featuring the wars critical moments, key players, and lasting effects paired with interes… OL20059841W
Machines and weaponry of the Vietnam war Machines and weaponry of the Vietnam war Charlie Samuels Explores the weaponry and tactical maneuvers used during the Vietnam War. OL20901975W
The international war The international war Tim Cooke "The conflict had an impact far beyond Vietnam. Thanks to the global nature of the Cold War, the conflict drew in other countries around the world, who sent troops or supplies to support one side or … OL21180209W
The experience of war The experience of war Tim Cooke Describes the experiences of soldiers on both sides of the Vietnam War as well as the suffering of civilians. OL21187176W
Weapons and vehicles of the Vietnam War Weapons and vehicles of the Vietnam War Elizabeth Summers "Describes various weapons and vehicles used by U.S. and North Vietnamese forces during the Vietnam War"-- OL22314458W
Always to remember Always to remember Brent K. Ashabranner Discusses the building of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, the controversies that have surrounded it, and some human interest stories connected with it. OL28071W
Almost forever Almost forever Maria Testa A young girl describes what she, her brother, and their mother do during the year that her doctor father is serving in the Army in Vietnam. OL2917499W
The Tet Offensive The Tet Offensive Dale Anderson Provides detailed information on the events leading up to and taking place during the Tet Offensive, a turning point in the struggle for the control of Vietnam. Includes source notes and timeline. OL3922162W
Vietnam, there and here Vietnam, there and here Margot C. J. Mabie Discusses the war in Vietnam, the turmoil it caused in this country, and the issues it raised that still remain a source of conflict. OL4295096W
Vietnam War Vietnam War Scott Marquette Traces the history of the unpopular war that killed over 58,000 Americans, discussing the causes and effects, leaders, major battles, guerrilla warfare, aerial bombing, weaponry, peace negotiations, … OL5951593W
The 1960s from the Vietnam War to flower power The 1960s from the Vietnam War to flower power Stephen Feinstein Traces the events, trends, politics, and important people of the 1960s, including lifestyles, fashion, arts and entertainment, sports, environmental issues, and technology. OL80164W
The Vietnam War The Vietnam War Maurice Isserman Discusses the historical and political background, military strategies, and battles of the Vietnam War. OL98752W