Section 12
Chapter 10: The United States Army in Vietnam Background, Buildup, and Operations, 1950–1967
Discussion Questions
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1. In Vietnam, the helicopter provided allied forces with unprece- dented mobility. Describe the helicopter's role in ground combat. What were its drawbacks?
2. During the war, certain officers and civilian analysts said that General Westmoreland paid too much attention to the enemy's main forces and not enough to pacification. How do you think the general would have responded?