General William Westmoreland's strategy for defeating the Viet Cong during the Vietnam War focused on a approach of attrition, aimed at inflicting heavy casualties on the enemy to diminish their strength and will to fight. He emphasized the use of conventional military tactics, including large-scale ground operations and aerial bombardments, to disrupt Viet Cong supply lines and bases. Additionally, Westmoreland sought to increase the capabilities of South Vietnamese forces, enabling them to take a more active role in the conflict. This strategy was controversial and ultimately faced criticism for its effectiveness and humanitarian impact.
They fought small skirmishes, at night, and in the jungle.
The Vietcong strategy during the Vietnam War centered on guerrilla warfare, utilizing hit-and-run tactics, ambushes, and a deep understanding of the local terrain to undermine American and South Vietnamese forces. They aimed to wear down the enemy's resolve through sustained harassment and to win popular support among the Vietnamese populace. By blending in with civilians and employing psychological tactics, the Vietcong sought to create instability and disrupt American operations, ultimately contributing to the U.S. withdrawal from Vietnam. This strategy effectively capitalized on the strengths of the Vietcong while exploiting the weaknesses of a conventional military force.
The Vietcong's use of terror
Was nationalism a stronger motivating force for the vietcong and why?
South Vietnam
Vietcong forces used small engagements and ambushes to wear down American troops.
They fought small skirmishes, at night, and in the jungle.
They fought small skirmishes, at night, and in the jungle.
They fought at night and in the jungle.
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Vietcong forces used small engagements and ambushes to wear down American troops.
Eugenia Tally Childs and James Ripley Westmoreland.
bombing their towns(horishima) with atomic bombs.
Westmorelands cat is name Merilyn.
WWII vet ETO; Commander US Forces VN.
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