Marines Debate Vietnam Strategy After Tet Offensive
Gen Leonard F Chapman Jr, new Marine commandant, says U S aims in Vietnam can be met if perseverance continues. He notes the Tet offensive caused shock but predicts a favorable net effect due to Communist violence against civilians. He opposed scaling down U S efforts and refused to discuss future strategy decisions or presidential impacts.
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Four Star General Says Enclave Strategy Would Lead to Defeat
A four star general criticizes what he calls the en clave strategy and warns it risks defeat. He declines to discuss buildup size beyond the 625,000 men authorized, nor the Joint Chiefs of Staff stance or any planned callup of Marines or reservists.
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