One of the most controversial wars in American history is the Vietnam War. It was a proxy war fought between US troops and USSR-alliedVietnam. The main goal of the war was to liberate the Vietnamese people from a tyrannical communist government, but it ended in disappointment for the US. Although “War Is Hell,” photographers managed to snap some amazing pictures of troops in the Southeast Asian country. This is our list of the top 20 cool pictures that came straight from Vietnam during the conflict.
Soldier Saving a Puppy
Dogs are a part of the family, and they’re cute to boot. This picture shows an American soldier pulling a puppy from its hiding spot in an underground cave. It’s unclear whether this puppy would become one of the mascots and soldiers of the US army after it was saved.