Cambodian anger over South Vietnamese looting in Kompong Speu
Cambodian officers accuse South Vietnamese troops of looting and breaking into homes after retaking Kompong Speu from North Vietnamese and Viet Cong forces. Maj Leung Kinisen, 22nd Infantry Battalion commander, says soldiers took furniture radios money and even opened safes, alarming residents and undermining reconciliation efforts.
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U S Halts Red Base Defoliation After Vietnam Sprays
The nine year old defoliation program in South Vietnam has been suspended by American military sources, stopping nearly two months ago. About a dozen C-123 planes diverted to Phnom Penh arms hauling, with resumption uncertain and limits debated due to political, scientific, and budgetary factors.
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Cambodian Officer Endorses Heroism Amid South Vietnamese Rancor
Lt. Srey Sakhon denounced South Vietnamese troops as pirates and claimed they looted Cambodia, stealing jewels, motor scooters, sewing machines and even earrings from women. Cambodian officers said they had not discussed looting with their Saigon counterparts and offered no explanation.
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