Star of Life. The Star of Life is a cross symbol used by the emergency medical services. It is commonly seen on ambulances and paramedic badges. It is usually blue and features the familiar medical symbol in the centre; the Rod of Asclepius (see above).
Despite heavy casualties, North Vietnam achieved a strategic victory with the Tet Offensive, as the attacks marked a turning point in the Vietnam War and the beginning of the slow, painful American withdrawal from the region. Play video Battle of Khe Sanh. Play video Tet Offensive Surprises Americans.
It was with McNamara's resignation, rather than with Tet, that it became obvious that the US had to de-escalate. US Involvement in Vietnam: the first turning point To read this article in full you need to be either a print + digital subscriber, or else have purchased access to the online archive. If you are already a subscriber, please ensure you are logged in.