A Short History of The Vietnam War by DK Hardback Book 9780241471289

This is the definitive story of one of the longest and most controversial conflicts in US historyCreated in association with the Smithsonian Institution this authoritative history of the Vietnam War examines the key figures and events of the conflict and its lasting effects on the world This history book for adults combines compelling text with maps and archive photography A Short History of the Vietnam War is an allencompassing showcase of every aspect of the fighting and the wider political landscape from the struggle for civil rights to the treatment of prisonersInside the pages of this retelling of Americas bloodiest conflict youll discover Vivid moving and informative details of the Vietnam war including eyewitness accounts and iconic photographs A clear and compelling account of the conflict in short selfcontained events from the Battle of Ia Drang to the Tet Offensive and The Khmer Rouge Biography spreads highlighting major military and political figures Features on everyday life in the war offering additional context Stunning image spreads displaying weapons spy gear and other equipment that defined the war Maps and feature boxes provide additional information on...