Vietnam history

Tet Offensive, attacks staged by North Vietnamese forces beginning in the early hours of January 31, 1968, during the Vietnam War. The attacks were carried out by some 85,000 troops against five major South Vietnamese cities, dozens of military installations, and scores of towns and villages throughout South Vietnam.

Here's a Vietnam War map showing men and weapons in South Vietnam at the start of 1968 -- US / Allied / South Viet / VC-NVA

Huey's in Vietnam

Cu Chi tunnels day tour is the best way to explore Vietnam's history. Read on how to reach Cu Chi tunnel on your own and which tour to take.

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The Vietnam War marked a turning point in United States history. Images of overseas wars became accessible to the public almost instantly.

Tonkin Woman smoking Opium. North Vietnam 1895. Femme fumant de l'opium. Du Monde Souvenirs de Voyages, Paris, L. Boulanger, editeur. 1895

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This Hoi An itinerary of 5 days will delight foodies and history lovers. Get the scoop on where to go, stay, and eat and how to get around.

The Vietnam War, the first "television war," will once again be broadcast into American living rooms night after night this month.