Ch. 12 The Man I Killed

Ch. 11 Church

Ch. 10 Stockings

Ch. 9 The Sweetheart of Song Tra Bong

Ch. 8 The Dentist

Ch. 7 How to Tell a True War Story

Check out this interview with the author about the truth of his story.

What are your thoughts on this policy? How does it impact citizens' understanding of the war?

Chapter 6 "Friends"

Chapter 5 "Enemies"

Chapter 4 "On Rainy River"

Chapter 3 "Spin"

Chapter 2 "Love"

Chapter 1 "The Things They Carried"

Check out this photo essay of modern day soldiers carrying talismans