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Newspaper
Press Telegram
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1968
Page
4
The latest Saigon casualty report shows U.S. battle deaths far exceed Korea’s levels during talks. Through May 25, 426 were killed that week, about 4,330 in two months since Johnson’s Paris talks move. Deaths average over 400 weekly, versus under 200 in Korea prior to armistice talks.
Saigon premier Tran Van Huong ordered a broad anti corruption drive as the new cabinet, formed last week, held its first meeting and lifted press censorship. Informed sources report the move signals a reform push and tighter control of graft.
American officers warn North Vietnamese divisions aim to launch a major attack in the central highlands of South Vietnam. Forces repositioned over two months, with intensified activity the past five days. Analysts debate whether this is a monsoon offensive or feints as Dak To remains a key objective near Highway intersections. The plan reportedly targets Benhet Dak Pek Dak Seang Kantum City, with Dak To as the major prize and political motive cited by staff officers.
Gen Westmoreland told President Johnson at the LBJ Ranch that enemy forces in Vietnam seem to be approaching a point of desperation with deteriorating strength. He noted tougher fighting ahead in northern Vietnam near Cambodia and around Saigon while urging patience and endurance at home.
The passage notes difficulties estimating Korean War versus Vietnam War casualties. It cites that U.S. deaths in Vietnam approach 24,000, risking surpassing Korea War totals. It discusses a timing rule that could push the combined figure past the Korean War milestone.
In Saigon, tens of thousands flee fighting and overflow churches and schools as the city’s refugee population swells. About 3,000 stay at Notre Dame Cathedral with others packed into streets, wait for aid, and seek shelter with relatives. The flood includes women, children, and elderly men, with food running short.
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