Combat Decides Viet Nam Course Says U S Officials
US policy makers say peace in Viet Nam hinges on combat in coming months rather than diplomacy. Johnson expands military actions while seeking a London Commonwealth conference for possible peace moves. The 13 point State Department paper outlines failed peace probes and notes a renewed Communist offensive with monsoon season.
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United States increases Vietnam troop level to 70 000 to 75 000
Secretary McNamara announced 16 000 to 21 000 more American troops will be deployed to Vietnam, bringing total U S forces to 70 000 to 75 000. He cited Viet Cong threats and base protection as the mission while confirming no immediate full division deployment. The Army plans a new air mobile division, 15 787 strong, to be moved by 434 aircraft.
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