Enquiry into Vietnam War era corruption and losses
A lengthy account details widespread pilferage and black market activity around U.S. military supplies in Vietnam. It cites collusion between some U S personnel and Vietnamese officials, significant losses from wastage and theft, and an inflation era where the piaster’s value swings wildly, undermining aid and local livelihoods while the war economy evolves.
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U.S
Mision’s Irregular Practices Committee
Thailand
Vietnam
Southeast Asia
Saigon
Pleiku
Chau Dic
Khan Hoa
Vin Dinh
Hau Nghia
Mekong Delta
Phu An
Montagnard
John B. Kirkpatrick
Rmkbrj Combine
America
Kirkpatrick
United States
United’ States
Mekong U.S
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