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A Hero’s Welcome: He Laid Down His Life In The Vietnam War, Now He’s Coming Home To Texas

Air Force Captain Robert R. Barnett was 32 when he was killed in the Vietnam War. His remains were returned to Austin, Texas for burial…

Australian Army Veteran Remembers His Fellow Soldiers Who Fell In South Vietnam

Anzac Day and Vietnam may not have much in common except to Neil McLean. Neil McLean marches on Anzac Day in memory of his comrades…

The Only Marine to Earn a Medal of Honor for Actions as a POW, Donald Cook Was Truly Unbreakable in the Face of the Enemy

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To be clear, there have been multiple Marines who displayed inexplicable gallantry in combat warranting a Medal of Honor before they were subsequently captured.  However,…

Liquid Fire – How Napalm Was Used In The Vietnam War

The First World War introduced many new weapons to the world of warfare. The first global mechanized war saw the first use of tanks and…

“Sharing my story” – Local veteran served as parts specialist with infantry battalion in Vietnam War

War History online proudly presents this Guest Piece from Jeremy P. Ämick – the author of the upcoming Burnt District Press release “Together as One:…

Fifty years on, a battle in South Vietnam remains unknown

A hammer struck a golden bell during a recent memorial ceremony as the name of each soldier killed in action at a little-known battle in…

Beaumont Holds A Ceremony to Show Its Appreciation for Vietnam War Veterans

David Law worked as a machinist in the Navy during the Vietnam War. He worked in the engine room on two different ships. Now 70…

Two Vietnam War Veterans Recall Harrowing Experiences During Anniversary Month

On April 8, three men, one of whom is an Ahwatukee resident, were reunited in Tempe to discuss a chilling attack from the jungle and…

In the Midst of Death in Vietnam, Lessons About Life

How quickly life can end. Just ask Dwaine Glathar of Fremont, Ne., who shared a cigarette and chatted with Sgt. James “Slick” Diagle in Vietnam.…

Operation Linebacker II – The Massive Bombing Campaign That Brought Peace In Vietnam

Operation Linebacker II was the ultimate oxymoron and a repetition of a favoured American tactic for bringing about peace on an Asian battlefield. Just like…

When The US Dumped Over $10 Million Worth Of Choppers Into The Sea

One of the most iconic images from the fall of Saigon did not happen in Saigon. It happened at sea where sailors pushed helicopters off their ships.…

Mike Novosel (Medal of Honor) and Mike Jr: The Father-Son Vietnam Medevac Team Who Rescued Each Other

Imagine flying into heavy enemy fire to rescue your son who was shot down. Alternatively, imagine rescuing your injured father under the same circumstances. All…