Vietnam+Soldier

The American  Soldier in Vietnam

====Throughout the year, we spent some time learning a bout and reflecting on the life, challenges, impact, and sacrifices of the men and women who served the United States in our various military conflict. While we do not have a great deal of time to spend on the soldiers in the Vietnam War, it is important to examine their experience to understand the conflict, their sacrifice, and the honor they deserve ... especially with Memorial Day coming on Monday. Please spend some time this evening examining some of the resources below, and come to class tomorow with thoughts, ideas, and questions about the soldiers that served in Vietnam. ====

ONCE YOU ARE DONE BROWSING - Select one  of the following options and post it in your online notebook ...

1) Write a sincere letter to an anonymous solider who served in Vietnam. discuss what you think about their service, the challenges they faced, and the sacrifices they made. 2) Create a [|wordle] that describes the life and legacy of American soldiers in Vietnam. Include words that discuss the historical part of their service as well as your feelings about their service. Select colors and size of words to fit your mood and your message. 3) Compose a poem or song lyrics that describe the service of American soldiers in Vietnam. The lyrics can go to a specific song or be an original song of your own. 4) Create a brief annotated[| voicethread] with images of soldiers isn Vietnam and your reflection on their service and sacrifice.

Dear Mr. Anonymous, I'm glad you've come home safe. I greatly admire your efforts in this war, no matter what the outcome. Leaving your friends and family, not knowing if you'll ever see them again - It's something few would do, especially for a war that is half a world away. I, myself, wish I had that kind of courage. Did you ever have to go on patrol? The very idea gives me nightmares. The fact that there would be almost no way to tell when you're going to be jumped is enough to keep me home. The only nice thing I can see about the war itself is, well, you barely ever saw the people you were fighting, you didn't have to face the men you would kill. Still, I know it must have been painful for you, considering what all of us lost in the struggle.

-Lucy