Who was issued the flak jackets in the Vietnam War, were they widespread? And what are the types of vest were circulating during that era that was used for personal protection? -
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Many movies about the Vietnam War show an officer yelling at a soldier for wearing the flak jacket because it was useless. How was it in real life? Did you wear yours? -
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Hay I have a question about Vietnam war gear,Would a flak vest ever be worn under the webbing? : r/Militariacollecting
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