Chart: Complete this chart throughout the film when presented with this information.
Date
U. S. Troops
in Vietnam
Killed in Action
to date)
Killed in Action
to date)
Wounded in Action
(to Date)
Dec 31, 1965
Dec 31, 1966
Dec 31, 1967
Dec 31, 1968
Dec 31, 1969
(End of War)
Total Number of Americans Killed in ‘Nam:
(End of War)
Total Number of Americans Killed in ‘Nam:
(End of War)
Total Number of Americans Killed in ‘Nam:
Directions: Once you have watched the film answer the following reflection questions. You may be able
to answer some of these as you watch, but your focus should be the film!
1. List some of the daily hardships faced by soldiers in Vietnam. Be specific & thorough!
2. Describe the fears and concerns that were shared in the letters home & those that seemed to be
intentionally omitted.
3. Why do you think the letters weren’t always forthcoming with the graphic details of what was
happening in Vietnam? Explain!
Name: _______________________________________ Period: _________
Dear America:
Letters Home from Vietnam
