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The Collectors Microscope: The M1942 Canteen with Robert House
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The Collectors Microscope: The M1942 Canteen with Robert House

Soon after Pearl Harbor, with the US gearing up for full war production, many shortcuts and substitutions were developed to speed equipment getting to the troops. One was the decision to produce desperately needed canteens made of porcelain.

Tragedy in Binh Dinh Province: Accidental Detonation, Operation Putnam Paragon
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Tragedy in Binh Dinh Province: Accidental Detonation, Operation Putnam Paragon

A mechanical ambush device was accidentally triggered, resulting in the deaths of four platoon members.

Do Whop Whop! The Mighty CH-47 Chinook Helicopter
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Do Whop Whop! The Mighty CH-47 Chinook Helicopter

The logistics of the Vietnam War required constant resupply of ammunition, fuel, medical supplies, and other essentials. The Chinook’s cargo space and external hooks made it invaluable in this role.

POW/MIA Recognition Day / We Remember
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POW/MIA Recognition Day / We Remember

In the United States, National POW/MIA Recognition Day is observed on the third Friday in September. It honors those who were prisoners of war (POWs) and those who are still missing in action (MIA).

"The Meat Grinder" The Battle of Hurtgen Forest
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"The Meat Grinder" The Battle of Hurtgen Forest

The forest's thick canopy and narrow, muddy trails limited mobility and visibility, which hampered communication and coordination.

The Battle of An Ninh: A Fierce Encounter During Operation Gibraltar
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The Battle of An Ninh: A Fierce Encounter During Operation Gibraltar

This clash was part of Operation Gibraltar, which aimed to secure the area around the U.S. Army’s 1st Cavalry Division base at An Khe, South Vietnam.

A Bridge Too Far, Operation Market Garden.
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A Bridge Too Far, Operation Market Garden.

Montgomery had underestimated the Germans' capacity to recover after their retreat across northeastern France.

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