Essays About The Vietnam Conflict

Joe Galloway
Sunday July 2, 2000, at VHPA Memorial at The Wall:  Joe. L. Galloway
A memorial speech at the Wall which was preceded by a fly by of Hueys, Cobras, Loaches etc.

Monday July 3, 2000, at Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association Dinner & Reunion:  Joe. L. Galloway
A speech at the at the Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association dinner and reunion in Washington, D.C.

Michael Kelley: 
The Three Walls Behind The Wall? Unraveling the Myth of Vietnam Veteran Suicide
This well researched and documented article explores the myths vs. the facts of Vietnam Veteran suicides.

Myths & Misconceptions: Vietnam War Folklore
Persistent myths about the Vietnam War are examined and debunked.

The MIA/POW Flag: Symbol of Unity or Division?
Many Vietnam Veterans feel the MIA/POW flag should not be flown over public buildings.

Coming Home
One Vietnam Veteran's story of his homecoming from the war.


"The Courage of Sam Bird", by B. T. Collins
A tribute to a veteran whom  Historian William Manchester described as "a lean, sinewy Kansan, the kind of American youth whom Congressmen dutifully praise each Fourth of July and whose existence many, grown jaded by years on the Hill, secretly doubt."

"The Noblest Calling", by J. D. Wetterling
A tribute by a veteran to three fallen fellow veterans. Discusses politics and their parts in the war.

"The Haunting", by Phil McCombs
About a veteran's reconciliation with the war, and finding new meaning in helping the Vietnamese.

Lessons Learned from Vietnam: Major H.R. McMaster
Studying the history of war has become more important as some people argue that new technologies have revolutionized warfare.

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