Inside The Vietnam War (2008): Part 01

Introduction National Geographic (NG) provides a fresh, in-depth look at the Vietnam War. Firsthand accounts from Vietnam veterans are woven together with archival footage and photographs, to reveal the details of covert operations, military strategy and the emotional toll. Part of NG’s Inside documentary series. Outline From 1959 to 1965, the Vietnam War saw the…

Andrew Marshall

11/01/2022

1–2 minutes

History, Military Documentary, The Vietnam War, US Military, War

Introduction

National Geographic (NG) provides a fresh, in-depth look at the Vietnam War. Firsthand accounts from Vietnam veterans are woven together with archival footage and photographs, to reveal the details of covert operations, military strategy and the emotional toll.

Part of NG’s Inside documentary series.

Outline

From 1959 to 1965, the Vietnam War saw the rise of Ho Chi Minh and the formation of the Vietcong, through to the attack in the Gulf of Tonkin that brought America deeper into the conflict.

Inside The Vietnam War Series

You can find a full index and overview of Inside The Vietnam War here.

Production & Filming Details

Release Date: 18 February 2008 (US) and 03 June 2008 (DVD).
Rating: Unknown.
Running Time: 150 minutes (total running rime, DVD).
Country: US.
Language: English.