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No 1 Man Among Vietnam Generals Thieu Seeks Palace Entry
A profile of Nguyen Van Thieu, a 44 year old general and chief of state, detailing his rise from colonel to top military leader and his bid to become president through the September 3 election. It outlines his role in Diem's overthrow, his alliance with Ky, and his long steady climb through the Armed Forces Council and government.
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Saigon
Nguyen van Thieu
Thieu
Ngo Dinh Diem
Nguyen Cao Ky
Armed Forces Council
Ninh Thuan
Vietnam
Hue
Dalat
Sion
Diem
Nguyen Khanh
Duong van Minh
Minh
Joint General Staff
Young Turks
Nguyen Chanh Thi
Nguyen Huu Co
Khanh
Mekong Delta
Armed Forces