Engraved Zippo Lighters From Vietnam Offer Insight Into Minds of Soldiers These lighters were more than just a tool for soldiers; they were lucky charms. Kaitlyn Schaeffer. February 16, 2014.

A collection of 282 lighters offering a rare insight into the mindset of military personnel fighting in the Vietnam War was recently sold at auction for almost £22,000.

During the Vietnam War, countless American soldiers carried cigarette lighters. And metal Zippo lighters were very popular; many servicemen regarded them as sturdy, and they were known to deflect ...