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“Conventional Commanders in an Unconventional War: The U.S. Army in Vietnam 1965-1973” Chapter Layout and Outline

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  “Conventional Commanders in an Unconventional War: The U.S. Army in Vietnam 1965-1973” Chapter Descriptions and Layout Introduction ·          The study examines U.S. Army maneuver commanders in the Vietnam War from 1965-1973. It highlights how these commanders shaped tactics and operations and influenced MACV strategy.         ·          Main Points: o    The research emphasizes the extensive combat experience of these commanders, many of whom served in WWII and Korea. o    It also addresses how they interpreted and implemented MACV strategy and the distinct leadership challenges they faced. o    The study uses primary sources like Combat After-Action Reports and Lessons Learned to analyze their influence on combat operations, tactics, and strategy.    o    It notes the complexities of the Vietnam War, including counterinsurge...
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The Vietnam War and the Global War on Terror: The Media and Politics

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  The Vietnam War and the Global War on Terror: The Media and Politics Comparing and contrasting the media reporting of the American involvement in South Vietnam between 1965 to 1975 and the US led Global War on terror between 2001 to 2020 reveals some profound issues still facing the American people and specifically, the U.S. government. In comparing the U.S. involvement in South Vietnam and the Global War on Terror, three of the most damning rebukes of the US involvement and the US government from legacy media at the height of the war are selected. For the sake of comparison, the three most damning press reports of the Global War on Terror (Iraq and Afghanistan) are also provided and highlighted with interesting revelations. Here’s a comparison of the most damning media reports from legacy press outlets about U.S. involvement in South Vietnam (1965–1975) and the Global War on Terror (2001–2020).     Vietnam War (1965–1975) Walter Cronkite’s CBS News Special Report (1968...
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