This book provides a startling, inside look at the war that left a scar on the American soul. It takes the form of a month-by-month diary of the US forces' war in Southeast Asia. Hundreds of news stories, personal accounts and extracts from official reports are accompanied by photos that cover the range of the serviceman's experience in Vietnam. Day-by-day accounts are included, as well as personal accounts from servicemen who fought in the war. The book is heavily illustrated throughout, with many colour and black-and-white action photographs.