The Cost of War — Season 1, Episode 3: S. 1 EP. 3 - The Vietnam War
Documentary • 30 min • 1 season, 6 episodes • ★ 5.0/10
Episode synopsis
The Cold War conflict between capitalism and communism had one key hotspot above all others: the Vietnam War. It cost of up to 4 million lives on both sides and saw a US expediture of around $200 billion in direct and indirect costs. But greater wealth didn’t translate into victory. This episode explores the paradoxes and terrible costs of this war. some of which are still being paid today.
About The Cost of War
Wars can be waged at home or thousands of miles away. They can be fought from the air or in the trenches. They can last days or years. But they are never cheap. From the economic and environmental costs, to the social and human impacts, this fascinating six-part documentary takes a forensic look at the mechanics of war to discover the price that must be paid – and who ultimately pays it.