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Cautious optimism grows over Viet Nam ground war progress
Washington reports a small rise in optimism within the Johnson administration about Viet Nam. Notable factors include the Chu Lai battle victory, continued bombing impact on Hanoi, and signs Viet Cong manpower and supplies are tightening. Yet officials caution that past setbacks loom large and no near-term victory is evident. Congressional and military leaders note North Vietnamese reserves thin and South Vietnamese manpower depleting, tempering expectations.
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