“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…
Battle of Khe Sanh May Have Been The Cause Of The Tet Offensive’s Success
Not only was the Battle of Khe Sanh one of the longest and bloodiest confrontations of the Vietnam War, it also kept American focus away…
Lewis Millett – Veteran Of Three Wars
Lewis Lee Millett was born in Maine on 20 December 1920. He grew up in South Dartmouth, Massachusetts in a family with a strong military…
Battle of Khe Sanh May Have Been The Cause Of The Tet Offensive’s Success
Not only was the Battle of Khe Sanh one of the longest and bloodiest confrontations of the Vietnam War, it also kept American focus away…
The Cu Chi Tunnels: A Dangerous Underground Warzone in Vietnam
The Vietnam War pitted North Vietnam against South Vietnam. While the South was fighting the North, they were also fighting another group, the Vietcong, who…