Three Big Lies About the Vietnam War - (MP3 Download)
Michael Medved
$23.94
The Vietnam War ~ America's longest, most polarizing conflict ~ continues to divide Americans and to cast its shadow on contemporary policy debates. In the Presidential race between Bush and Kerry questions about the candidates' records during the Vietnam era (the President's National Guard service, Kerry's strident protests as leader of Vietnam Veterans Against the War) often overshadow discussion of more timely issues. These impassioned arguments about the Indochina conflict often confuse young people with no personal recollection or knowledge of Vietnam. This closely argued presentation makes clear the essential elements separating those who fought proudly (and bravely) in Southeast Asia from those who self-righteously opposed the war here at home. Michael Medved designates the "three big lies" that continue to poison our understanding and analysis of the war, arguing against common contentions:
1. That the Vietnam War represented an unconstitutional conflict based upon American imperialism and a desire for world dominance
2. That the military lost the war on the battlefield, and in the process committed horrendous atrocities
3. That anti-war protestors became the true heroes of that turbulent era, and their efforts ultimately brought peace to both the US and Indochina Each of these three claims is a lie and a slander on America and her military.
Each of these three claims is a lie and a slander on America and her military. In this presentation, Michael Medved exposes the truth that's often hidden and shows why and how distortions and outright falsehoods still wield their malevolent influence on too many of our fellow citizens.
Total Run Time: 1hr, 52min
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The most misunderstood war.
Having been only a young child at the time of the Viet Nam War, most of what I knew was what I learned from my older siblings. Fortunately they were all great patriots and helped me to understand the great tragedy that losing the war represented not just for the peoples of Southeast Asia, but for the changing attitudes and cultural revolution that turned our country into something unrecognizable by vets from WWII. Thank you for your brutally honest assessment of this topic, especially those areas that you personally look back at with regret. Repentance and forgiveness are beautiful gifts.
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A Vietnam Vet wrote....
I was drafted into the US Army in 1967. I was sent to Vietnam in 1968, was wounded and got out alive. Thank God. When I got back to the world it had changed while I was gone. It was confusing to us soldiers who thought we were doing an honorable thing by defending our country against the spread of communism. Instead of being appreciated, we were accused of things we didn't do and considered idiots for being in the military and going to Vietnam. It's a relief to know the facts don't support the misconceptions so many people have about the war. Thank you for bringing truth into the light.
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lays out the historical facts of the era
I served in Vietnam from 1968-1969 as an army officer in a combat role. Having seen the war up close and personal, and the aftermath when I returned stateside to civilian life, most veterans experienced what I did, a completely different life than what the press, Hollywood, and book writers portrayed about the times. Michael Medved, in his MP3 Doenload, tells it like it really was. I am grateful to Michael for this effort.
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Medved Does It Again.
Men like my father have almost been ordered to hang their head's in shame about Vietnam. Medved clearly outlines the case that America got involved with the best intentions and that the war was prosecuted with honor until a dishonorable body politic sent the South toward death and destruction. Medved admitting that opposition to the war was fueled by the guilt of not serving was both honest and honorable. Any man that does not serve should not feel guilt. Professional soldiers do not want to serve with conscripts, but men that share an ethos. Medved's clarity obviously understands this point No turkey here Mr. Medved.
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The best audio presentation on the Vietnam, plus fun music!
After listening to 5 other Medved history programs, these one on the Vietnam was wonderful. It was straight to the point, clear, well-documented, and inspiring. It is great to know that our service men served well and proud.