Historical Events tagged with "Westmoreland"
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Military & Warfare
Westmoreland Asserts American Victory in Vietnam
November 21st, 1967 57 years ago
American General William Westmoreland addressed news reporters, asserting that the enemy was losing the Vietnam War compared to the situation in 1965. Westmoreland's confident remarks aimed to bolster public morale and support for the ongoing military efforts in Vietnam. His statement reflected the prevailing military strategy at the time, which emphasized attrition and the eventual depletion of the enemy's resources.
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