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They dipped bamboo spears in human feces and stuck them in the ground along trails the US used. These are the infamous "punji stakes" or "punji spikes." We defeated the threat of punji stakes by inventing a combat boot with a piece of sheet steel in the sole, having millions of pairs made quickly, and issuing two pair to every US troop in Vietnam.
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What was not tactics used by the vietcong to successfully fight the Vietnam war against America?
The tactic used was guerrilla warfare.
Did the Vietcong oppose Diem's government?
Yes, the Vietcong opposed Diem's government in South Vietnam. They viewed his regime as corrupt and repressive, particularly due to its strong anti-communist policies and persecution of political dissent. The Vietcong aimed to unify Vietnam under a communist government, and their opposition included guerrilla warfare and efforts to gain popular support among the rural population. This resistance ultimately contributed to the escalation of the Vietnam War.
How can you use guerrilla warfare in a sentence?
Guerrilla warfare is basically hit and run under cover, so the Vietcong during the Vietnam war used guerrilla warfare to combat American soldiers. During the US Civil War, the Rebels also used guerrilla warfare.
Why were the Vietcong a dangerous enemy?
The Vietcong were a dangerous enemy due to their deep-rooted support within South Vietnam, utilizing guerrilla warfare tactics that made them highly mobile and difficult to combat. They effectively blended in with the civilian population, which allowed them to launch surprise attacks and gather intelligence while minimizing their own casualties. Their commitment to the cause and ability to adapt to changing conditions further complicated U.S. military efforts. Additionally, the Vietcong received significant support from North Vietnam, enhancing their resources and operational capabilities.
What tactics did the Vietcong use to make them hard to beat?
The Vietcong were masters at guerrilla warfare. They would come and attack by surprise, then retreat before we had a chance to fight back.
Are bows still used in modern warfare?
They were used in Vietnam by the Vietcong.
Vietcong army?
Communist sympathizers living in South Vietnam; often conducting guerrilla warfare against Republic of South Vietnam Government forces.
What was not tactics used by the vietcong to successfully fight the Vietnam war against America?
The tactic used was guerrilla warfare.
How did the gulf of tonkin resolution change Americas role in Vietnam?
From helping the Republic of South Vietnam combat communist insurgents (communist guerrillas=Viet Cong) to direct open warfare with the nation of North Vietnam.
What military did the Vietcong have over the Americans?
the Us was better than the vietcong in military it was guerilla warfare that was over the Us
Who were the Vietcong and why did they make Vietnam an unconventional war?
The VC were southern sympathizers (sympathizers to the communists) living in South Vietnam. They became communist guerrillas fighting for the Northern Vietnamese cause; whom later sent down (to South Vietnam, aka RVN-Republic of South Vietnam) their regular army (NVA-North Vietnamese Army) to reinforce them during the war. The VC specialized in guerrilla warfare, the NVA primarily fought conventional battles such as at Dak To, Ia Drang, Hamburger Hill, etc. Bottom line: The NVA & VC were communist allies; the NVA lived in the north & the VC lived in the south.
What is counter-guerilla warfare?
Counter-guerrilla warfare=anti-guerrilla warfare. It means fighting (or combating) guerrillas with methods that are effective. Using the old example of, "it takes a battleship to sink a battleship", the proven method for counter-guerrilla operations is "using guerrillas to hunt down guerrillas", such as the Special Forces, SEALS, and Snipers, etc. are trained to do (or at one time were trained to do).
What was Germ warfare?
Biological warfare.
How can you use guerrilla warfare in a sentence?
Guerrilla warfare is basically hit and run under cover, so the Vietcong during the Vietnam war used guerrilla warfare to combat American soldiers. During the US Civil War, the Rebels also used guerrilla warfare.
What did the US do in the Vietnam War?
The US employed ALL OF IT'S CONVENTIONAL military assets in conventional and unconventional warfare in the Vietnam War. "Atomic" weapons and "Chemical/Biological" weapons were the only assets not used.
What tactics did the Vietcong use to make them hard to beat?
The Vietcong were masters at guerrilla warfare. They would come and attack by surprise, then retreat before we had a chance to fight back.
What has the author John Cookson written?
John Cookson has written: 'A survey of chemical and biological warfare' -- subject(s): Biological warfare, Chemical warfare 'Using Unix'
