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Newspaper
Independent
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Mar 18, 1968
Page
8
At Khe Sanh Vietnam a 380 member South Vietnamese ranger battalion waits under siege as North Vietnamese trenches close in. Napalm and bombs fall near positions while rangers report losses, isolation from command, and dire shortages of water and basic supplies. Two soldiers allegedly shot themselves to be evacuated for family visits.
Six F111A bombers arrived at a U.S. air base in Thailand for a two week combat evaluation against North Vietnam. Military sources said up to 60 F111s could be sent to the theater if this test proves satisfactory. The aircraft, boasting Mach 2 speed and long range, can carry 50,000 pounds of ordnance and has nuclear capability.
Weather bulletin lists tides and temperatures with local coastal forecasts. North and south shores show moderate swells and gusty winds. high tide around early morning and evening. temperatures near freezing after midnight. lifeguard notes and resort advisory included.
McNamara backs the F111 as Air Force and Navy clash over carrier suitability due to heavy weight. Six aircraft from Nellis AFB flew to Takhli, Thailand, with an F118 stop in Guam as the fleet showcases subsonic lift and range. The bomber’s advanced guidance and radar promise target accuracy despite weather or night conditions.
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