# Vietnam War Anthems of 1966

> Three 1966 songs that Vietnam veterans remember: 'The Ballad Of The Green Berets', 'Coming Home Soldier', and 'Greetings (This Is Uncle Sam)'.
- Title: Vietnam War Anthems of 1966 · American Songwriter | Shortify
- Summary: Three 1966 songs that Vietnam veterans remember: 'The Ballad Of The Green Berets', 'Coming Home Soldier', and 'Greetings (This Is Uncle Sam)'. Vietnam War…
- Keywords: vietnam war, barry sadler, bobby vinton, the monitors, 1966, veteran anthems, music, culture, Vietnam, War, Anthems, American Songwriter
- Source: American Songwriter — https://americansongwriter.com/every-vietnam-war-veteran-alive-remembers-these-3-must-hear-anthems-from-1966
- Author: Em Casalena
- Published: 2026-10-19T18:30:00+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: vietnam war, barry sadler, bobby vinton, the monitors, 1966, veteran anthems, music, culture
## 1966 Veteran Anthems
Vietnam War veterans recall three songs from 1966 that touched on military life and homecoming.

> The Ballad Of The Green Berets" by Barry Sadler from 'Ballads Of The Green Berets'
## The Ballad Of The Green Berets
Barry Sadler's song topped the Billboard Hot 100 and crossed over to the Top 5 on Adult Contemporary.

> "Silver wings upon their chest / These are men, America’s best / One hundred men will test today / But only three win the Green Beret."
## Coming Home Soldier
Bobby Vinton's song peaked at No. 11 on the Hot 100, resonating with men missing loved ones overseas.

> "Home, I’m coming home / Coming home from across the sea / Home, I’m coming home / No more marching and fighting for me."
## Greetings (This Is Uncle Sam)
The Monitors' song peaked at No. 100 on the Hot 100 but was remembered by veterans for its draft-era fears.

> "Say goodbye to all my buddies / Say hello to your new friends / ‘Cause you’re in the army now / And your new life has just begun."
## Key takeaway

Vietnam War veterans recall three 1966 songs that resonated with their military experiences and desire to return home.