This study examines the reasons why the North Vietnamese launched a general offensive during the Tet holiday of 1968. Based on events of the previous year, conditions did not appear favorable for the North Vietnamese to undertake such a massive and...
This thesis examines U.S. Army doctrine, as expressed in FM 31-23, to evaluate its adequacy for application to Communist inspired Wars of National Liberation. Concludes that addition conceptual tools, or definitions, are required to assist military...
This document is a report of the mission involving a visit to South Vietnam, Thailand, and Hong Kong during the period 15 October to 3 November 1961. Table of contents: letter of transmittal, General Taylor to the President; personal...
The purpose of this thesis is to examine the regular force Viet Cong soldier and the effects of his organization, training, and leadership on his combat capability. As a part of this examination the relationship between the Viet Cong and the North...
This monograph examines the effectiveness of the combined French and American Training Relations and Instruction Mission. The United States' fears regarding the spread of communism during the 1950s appeared justified in Vietnam following the French...
Armed Forces Information and Education, Department of Defense
Gives detailed information on the Viet Cong, from origins and resources to tactical planning doctrine and capabilities and liabilities. Also gives information on the Vietnamese culture in which the Viet Cong thrive.
This work examines the establishment and operations of the US Constabulary in post-World War II Germany. It outlines the planning involved in the early stages and showcases some of the difficulties involved with implementing the command guidance....
The three sections of this document include information on political (administrative, departmental, political parties and personalities, interzone activities, and foreign affairs), economic (agriculture/forestry/fisheries, commerce/finance,...
The three sections of this document discuss political, economic and social issues in Korea. Political topics include government politics and legal and public safety. Economic issues reveal information on natural resources, industry, commerce, and...
General Headquarters, United States Army Forces, Pacific
U.S. military activities in Korea included political, economic, and social involvement. In the political spectrum, government, legalities, and public safety are described. Economic topics included natural resources, commerce and industry, and...