2,709,918 Americans served in uniform in Vietnam.
240 men were awarded the Medal of Honor during the Vietnam War.
Five men killed in Vietnam were only 16 years old.
The oldest man killed was 62 years old.
97% of Vietnam Veterans were honorably discharged.
91% of Vietnam Veterans say they are glad they served.
74% say they would serve again, even knowing the outcome.
87% of Americans hold Vietnam Veterans in high esteem.
85% of Vietnam Veterans made successful transitions to civilian life.
Average age of men killed: 23.1 years.
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