I noticed that a lot of media and publications talk about Vietnam War veterans suffering from PTSD and other psychological/mental health issues.
What was so devastating in this specific war comparing to other wars (i.e. WW1 and WW2) that caused so many vets’ trauma?
Or is it a matter of fact that during previous wars mental health care was less developed?
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The stat I’ve seen is that the average WW2 soldier saw 40 days of combat, while the average Vietnam soldier saw 240. There was also the added brutality of fighting against traps and ambushes in the jungle.
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