A total of 57,434 US soldiers died in Vietnam, according to data current as of December 18, 2024.
This comprehensive figure accounts for all military personnel casualties categorized as deaths during the conflict. The total death toll includes those killed directly in combat, those who succumbed to their injuries, and personnel who were initially missing or captured but later declared deceased.
Breakdown of US Military Fatalities in Vietnam
The deaths are categorized based on the circumstances under which the service members were lost. Understanding these categories provides a clearer picture of the human cost of the conflict.
The various types of fatalities that contribute to the total are detailed below:
| Casualty Type | Total Deaths |
|---|---|
| Killed in Action | 40,934 |
| Died of Wounds | 5,299 |
| Missing in Action - Declared Dead | 1,085 |
| Captured - Declared Dead | 116 |
| Total | 57,434 |
This number represents the cumulative fatalities across all branches of the US military during the Vietnam conflict.
