A Short History of the Vietnam War A Short History of the Vietnam War
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A Short History of the Vietnam War

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Publisher Description

A gripping and informative visual guide to one of the bloodiest conflicts in US and world history

Journey through the Vietnam War; exploring detailed accounts of the men and women that were there. Explore their stories of struggle, sacrifice, and bravery through the iconic events that defined this conflict. This visual guide is the perfect read for any military history enthusiast.

Inside the pages of this retelling of America's bloodiest conflict, you'll discover:

- A vivid, moving, and informative read, written in an engaging style
- Offers a clear and compelling account of the conflict, in short, self-contained events from the Battle of Ia Drang to the Tet Offensive and The Khmer Rouge Biography spreads highlight major military and political figures
- Features on everyday life in the war offering additional context
- Stunning image spreads display weapons, spy gear, and other equipment that defined the war
- Maps and feature boxes provide additional information on major events during the conflict

A carefully constructed, in-depth guide to Vietnam

This definitive history of the Vietnam War was written in conjunction with the Smithsonian. SI A Short History of the Vietnam War showcases every aspect of the fighting and the wider political landscape from both the side of the Viet Cong and the US military. Compelling text, diagrams, and maps show exactly how decisive moments and battles unfolded to help the reader to visualize the conflict.

Eyewitness accounts and iconic photographs bring events to life - from the creation of the Ho Chi Minh Trail to Operation Passage to Freedom and the evacuation of the US embassy in Saigon. From weapons and aircraft to armored vehicles and spy gear, explore the machinery used in the war through breathtaking photography. Lastly, biographical entries give a fuller insight into the minds of key figures and the decisions they made and include Henry Kissinger, President Nixon, Pol Pot, and more.

More in the series

Combining expert historical insight, eyewitness accounts, and archive photography, A Short History series seeks to summarise key historical events and provide a wider context to what was happening around these events. Titles include SI A Short History of World War II, SI A Short History of the American Civil War, and SI A Short History of Flying and are the perfect addition to any history enthusiast's library.

GENRE
History
RELEASED
2021
May 4
LANGUAGE
EN
English
LENGTH
560
Pages
PUBLISHER
DK
SELLER
PENGUIN GROUP USA, INC.
SIZE
271.5
MB
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