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Workingclass War: American Combat Soldiers And Vietnam
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No One Can Understand The Complete Tragedy Of The American Experience In Vietnam Without Reading This Book. Nothing So Underscores The Ambivalence And Confusion Of The American Commitment As Does The Composition Of Our Fighting Forces. The Rich And The Powerful May Have Supported The War Initially, But They Contributed Little Of Themselves. That Responsibility Fell To The Poor And The Working Class Of America.Senator George McgovernReminds Us Of The Disturbing Truth That Some 80 Percent Of The 2.5 Million Enlisted Men Who Served In Vietnamout Of 27 Million Men Who Reached Draft Age During The Warcame From Workingclass And Impoverished Backgrounds. . . . Deals Especially Well With The Apparent Paradox That The Workingclass Soldiers' Families Back Home Mainly Opposed The Antiwar Movement, And For That Matter So With Few Exceptions Did The Soldiers Themselves.New York Times Book Review[Appy'S] Treatment Of The Subject Makes It Clear To His Readersalmost As Clear As It Became For The Soldiers In Vietnamthat Class Remains The Tragic Dividing Wall Between Americans.Boston Globe
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Working-Class War: American Combat Soldiers and Vietnam'? A: The main theme of the book centers on the social and economic disparities that influenced who fought in the Vietnam War, highlighting that a significant portion of combat soldiers came from working-class backgrounds.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The book is authored by Christian G. Appy.
- Q: When was 'Working-Class War' published? A: The book was published on February 26, 1993.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Working-Class War'? A: The book contains a total of 378 pages.
- Q: Is this book in good condition? A: Yes, it is described as a used book in good condition.
- Q: What can I expect to learn from reading this book? A: Readers can expect to gain insights into the class dynamics of American soldiers during the Vietnam War, and how these factors influenced their experiences and perspectives.
- Q: Does the book discuss the antiwar movement? A: Yes, it addresses the paradox of how many working-class soldiers and their families opposed the antiwar movement despite the hardships they faced.
- Q: Is 'Working-Class War' suitable for academic study? A: Yes, the book is often used in academic settings to discuss the social implications of the Vietnam War and class issues in America.
- Q: What makes this book a valuable read? A: It provides a critical examination of the class disparities in the military during the Vietnam War, making it essential for understanding the broader American experience of that era.