Vietnam War | War History

US Navy SEAL? Deadly Sniper? Debunking the Rumors About Mister Rogers’ Military Service

American soldiers running toward Bell UH-1 Iroquois helicopters hovering over an open field + Portrait of Fred Rogers

Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood (1968-2001) was one of the most iconic children’s shows in North America. On-air for 31 seasons, it was lauded for its thoughtful…

William Calley: The Only US Soldier Convicted for His Actions in the Mỹ Lai Massacre

William Calley walking in his US Army uniform

William Calley has become synonymous with the horrific events that were perpetrated by American soldiers during the Mỹ Lai Massacre. A second lieutenant serving with…

INTERVIEW: William Sturkey Discusses His New Book About MoH Recipient and War Hero Roy Benavidez

Portrait of William Sturkey + Book cover for "The Ballad of Roy Benavidez: The Life and Times of America's Most Famous Hispanic War Hero"

Medal of Honor recipient Master Sgt. Roy Benavidez was the definition of a true American hero. Surviving “six hours of hell” in the jungle along…

William Goines: The First African-American US Navy SEAL Served Three Tours in Vietnam

The US Navy SEALs are among the most elite groups in the US military; only the best and toughest make it through the training. Among…

Amazon Prime Facing Backlash for Removing ‘Born To Kill’ From ‘Full Metal Jacket’ Movie Poster

Gloved hands on the vinyl record for 'Full Metal Jacket'

Amazon Prime is one of the world’s premiere streaming services, sharing a space at the top of the market with the likes of Netflix, Disney+…

Don’t Call Him Maj. Bambi! Child Actor Donnie Dunagan Was the Youngest Drill Instructor in USMC History

Still from 'Bambi' + Donnie Dunagan wearing his US Marine Corps uniform

It’s not unusual to learn that your favorite celebrity once served their country, but what about learning that one of your comrades voiced one of…

Clarence Sasser: The Medic Who Ran Through Enemy Fire and Disregarded His Own Injuries to Save His Comrades

US Army soldiers jumping into tall grass from a helicopter + Military portrait of Clarence Sasser

The Vietnam War was a decades-long conflict that saw millions of Americans shipped overseas to fight the Communist forces. Of those who served, over 200…

The 1969 Draft Lottery Fueled Anti-War Sentiments In the United States During the Vietnam War

Men standing on stage with a jar filled with blue capsules and a large board

Conscription is nothing new when it comes to military service in the United States. It dates back to the American Revolution, and was most notably…

INTERVIEW: Dr. Marshall Poe on the Mỹ Lai Massacre and Its Impact on Vietnam-Era America

Aerial view of Mỹ Lai, with smoke rising into the air

The Mỹ Lai Massacre has been dubbed “the most shocking episode of the Vietnam War,” with hundreds of civilians slaughtered by American troops. It’s an…

Chuck Mawhinney: The Legendary USMC Sniper Who Hit 16 Enemy in 30 Seconds on a Pitch-Black Night

Damian Lucjan
AI rendering of Chuck Mawhinney aiming his sniper rifle

In the realm of extraordinary military feats, several service members gain recognition, receiving public praise and awards – some even become the subjects of books…

Book Review: ‘Hot Mics and TV Lights’ Tells the Stories of the American Forces Vietnam Network

Guest Author
Cpl. James E. Mull holding a portable radio up to his ear

Mention the “Armed Forces Network” to most veterans or military families who served overseas and you’re sure to get a reaction. Say it to a…

North American Rockwell OV-10 Bronco: The Vietnam-Era Light-Attack Aircraft That’s Looking to Make a Comeback

Two North American Rockwell OV-10 Broncos in flight

The North American Rockwell OV-10 Bronco was a Vietnam-era light-attack and observation aircraft that was favored by the US Air Force, Navy and Marine Corps.…