Publisher's Synopsis
"It was the longest war in history--and as it dragged on, year after year, the world around it changed. For many Americans, the Vietnam War was particularly painful because, for the first time, the battles and bombs, the danger and death, and the POWs and protesters were all right in front of them on television. The images were unforgettable. In response, the country rallied to put an end to the decades of fighting a war that was virtually impossible to win. It was a time of frustration and fear, with political leaders making and breaking promises, and with brave young soldiers following orders, while just wishing. they could just go home."--Provided by publisher.