General's Silver Star Was Phony Says Bishops Seek End For Thieu Ky
In Saigon a general’s Silver Star is alleged to be fabricated by enlisted men linked to a unit’s observer team. Brig. Gen. Forrestée allegedly falsified the award for heroism during a June 1969 Cambodia mission. Spokesmen dispute details as bishops urge US peace moves and a halt to Vietnam bombing.
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Church bishops back ceasefire call in Vietnam policy
The lay clergy House of Delegates approved a resolution criticizing South Vietnam's Thieu regime and urging U S withdrawal support for elections under international supervision. Bishop Moore cited over 50,000 political prisoners in South Vietnam, including 1,000 students and opposition candidates. Bishop Hanchett urged support for Nixon policies, warning bishops are not political strategists.
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