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The American death toll from the Vietnam War resulted in 58,226. This left many without family members and friends. 

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15-25% of Vietnam War veterans suffered from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder upon their arrival home. This made it difficult for soldiers adjust to society. 

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To get through war, many soldiers turned to drugs and/or alcohol. Upon returning home, this reliance did not go away, and was a struggle throughout their life. 

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Inflation increased dramatically as a result of the Vietnam War. The US now had major debt to pay off.

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Citizens began to distrust the government, after not knowing what was going on in Vietnam. Little to no communication was present to the public.

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The impacts of the Vietnam War were extensive due to many factors. Of the impacts left on the US, distrust in the government seems to be the most concerning. The US citizens did not know what was going on during Vietnam, leaving them with many questions and concerns. More effects include a high death toll, PTSD, drug addiction, and damage to the US economy. Some of these effects continue to impact the lives of veterans and their families to this day.

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Works Cited

., Edwin L., and Dale Jr. “What Vietnam Did to the American Economy.” The New York Times, 28 January 1973, https://www.nytimes.com/1973/01/28/archives/what-vietnam-did-to-the-american-economy-worsening-payments-deficit.html. Accessed 3 May 2022.

“Consequences of the war - The Vietnam War - CCEA - GCSE History Revision - CCEA.” BBC, https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/guides/z8kw3k7/revision/11. Accessed 3 May 2022.

Janos, Adam. “G.I.s' Drug Use in Vietnam Soared—With Their Commanders' Help.” History.com, 29 August 2018, https://www.history.com/news/drug-use-in-vietnam. Accessed 3 May 2022.

“Vietnam War: Causes, Facts & Impact - HISTORY.” History.com, https://www.history.com/topics/vietnam-war/vietnam-war-history. Accessed 3 May 2022.