Senate War Unease Grows Over Tet Offensive Losses
Senate reaction to the Tet offensive shifts from shock to unease as skepticism spreads beyond administration critics. The attack on Saigon and especially Khe Sahn raises concerns about the Vietnam policy. Senators including Robert F. Kennedy voice worries, signaling a broader, delicate arc of political hesitation within the chamber.
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Vietnam
U S Air Support at Khe Sanh Compared to Dien Bien Phu
Washington reports compare Khe Sanh to the Dien Bien Phu siege, noting U S air power, helicopters, and strong reserves give Khe Sanh an advantage. But the Viet Cong and North Vietnamese hold broader artillery and larger forces nearby, shaping a tense standoff.
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