Knoxville in the Vietnam Era, Tennessee (Images of America Series)

The Vietnam War era (1961a1975), one of our countryas most turbulent periods, was also a time of change and social evolution. Seeded in the aftermath of World War II, the nation enjoyed a remarkable economic boom. Knoxville and East Tennessee stood witness to the transformation of American society and the problems that came with the new success. From the first recognized combat casualty of the Vietnam War to the evacuation of Saigon, Knoxvillians were there, and their stories of sacrifice and service earned little mention or were forgotten in historical texts. At home, urban decay gained a grip on Knoxvilleas once vibrant downtown, and protests were not an uncommon sight on the evening news, but there was progress too. This volume documents the start of a new beginning for Knoxville as the city tried to hold onto its traditional Appalachian values and move into a new era.Hooper, Ed is the author of 'Knoxville in the Vietnam Era, Tennessee (Images of America Series)', published 2008 under ISBN 9780738553412 and ISBN 0738553417.