Until the Last Gun Is Silent
A Story of Patriotism, the Vietnam War, and the Fight to Save America's Soul
What's it about
Ever wonder what the Vietnam War was really about beyond the headlines and Hollywood films? Discover the untold story of the conflict that defined a generation, challenged American ideals, and sparked a powerful movement that continues to shape the nation's soul today. You'll uncover the complex truths of the war through the eyes of the soldiers, activists, and politicians who lived it. Learn how the antiwar movement gained momentum, why the fight for civil rights became intertwined with the conflict, and what powerful lessons this pivotal era holds for America's future.
Meet the author
Matthew F. Delmont is a Guggenheim Fellow and the Sherman Fairchild Distinguished Professor of History at Dartmouth College, specializing in African American history and the civil rights era. His expertise provides a crucial lens on the untold stories of Black soldiers and activists during the Vietnam War. This unique perspective allows him to reveal the profound connections between the fight for democracy abroad and the struggle for racial justice at home, uncovering a vital, overlooked chapter of American history.
What's it about
Ever wonder what the Vietnam War was really about beyond the headlines and Hollywood films? Discover the untold story of the conflict that defined a generation, challenged American ideals, and sparked a powerful movement that continues to shape the nation's soul today. You'll uncover the complex truths of the war through the eyes of the soldiers, activists, and politicians who lived it. Learn how the antiwar movement gained momentum, why the fight for civil rights became intertwined with the conflict, and what powerful lessons this pivotal era holds for America's future.
Meet the author
Matthew F. Delmont is a Guggenheim Fellow and the Sherman Fairchild Distinguished Professor of History at Dartmouth College, specializing in African American history and the civil rights era. His expertise provides a crucial lens on the untold stories of Black soldiers and activists during the Vietnam War. This unique perspective allows him to reveal the profound connections between the fight for democracy abroad and the struggle for racial justice at home, uncovering a vital, overlooked chapter of American history.
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