This paper describes the political and economic motivating forces in Viet-Nam, the strategic hamlet program, the government organization, and briefly describes the U.S. advisory efforts. It discusses counterinsurgency, particularly the effects on weapons selectivity, the defense, transportation, communication, and offense. Examples from recent experiences in Viet-Nam are given. Patrolling and Viet-Cong responses to U.S. equipment and tactics are described, as is the role of American technology in counter-insurgency.
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