Vietnam War Experience Quiz

What year did Dan Kirby join the army?

• 1965

• 1968

• 1970

• 1972

What was the purpose of the NCO school program?

• To teach advanced combat techniques

• To quickly train sergeants for Vietnam

• To prepare soldiers for administrative roles

• To train pilots

What nickname was given to the sergeants trained at the NCO school?

• Rapid Recruits

• Quick Sergeants

• Fast Trackers

• Instantnos

What was Dan Kirby's first impression upon arriving in Vietnam?

• It was cold and dry

• It was similar to home

• It was hot and humid

• It was peaceful and quiet

What role did Dan Kirby take on during the patrol mission?

• Point man

• Radio operator

• Medic

• Squad leader

What caused the explosion that injured Dan Kirby?

• A landmine

• A mortar shell

• An enemy grenade

• A booby trap

What is the modern term for the type of booby trap that injured Dan Kirby?

• Grenade

• IED

• Landmine

• Tripwire

What did Dan Kirby carry as a permanent reminder of his service?

• A photograph

• A piece of shrapnel

• A letter

• A medal

How did Dan Kirby feel about the term 'shake and bake'?

• He disliked it

• He was indifferent

• He was proud of it

• He found it confusing

What did Dan Kirby learn from his 'shake and bake' experience?

• How to avoid combat

• A lot that he carries with him today

• Nothing significant

• Only basic survival skills