Communists Slip Back Into South Vietnam
UPI reports up to 7,500 Communist troops infiltrated from Cambodian sanctuaries into South Vietnam as ground action stayed low. US sources say troops are short of ammunition and food but expect continued low activity and no major offensives. Casualties rose to five Americans killed and three wounded in 24 hours, focused around Phuoc Vinh. In Cambodia a 12,500-man South Vietnamese offensive near Kompong Krabek reported 39 communists killed. Allies raid Angkor temple ruins as campaigns persist across borders.
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Allied raids hit Angkor temple complex in Cambodia
Western sources report regular air raids by allied warplanes on the Angkor temple complex northwest of Phnom Penh. The open city designation by Cambodia limits operations but civilians have suffered casualties. observers note single engine prop fighters and American aircrews in Bronco and Phantom planes conduct reconnaissance and strafing with no verified total temple damage.
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